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Meaning of incapability
The state of being unable to do something.
Etymology of incapability
The word "incapability" has its roots in the Latin words "in-" meaning "not" and "capacitas" meaning "capacity".
It originated in the 15th century, derived from the Old French word "incapacité", which is a combination of "in-" and "capacité", the French form of the Latin "capacitas".
Synonyms
inability
incapacity
powerlessness
helplessness
weakness
ineptness
ineptitude
incompetence
inadequacy
insufficiency
deficiency
impotence
feebleness
frailty
infirmity
disability
handicap
limitation
constraint
restriction
impediment
obstacle
hindrance
barrier
shortcoming
failing
flaw
weakness
frailty
impotency
disability
disqualification
unfitness
inaptitude
inaptness
unskillfulness
clumsiness
ineffectiveness
uselessness
hopelessness
futility
Definitions
- The lack of ability or capacity to do something.
- * A person's inability to perform a specific task or function.
- * A limitation or restriction that prevents someone from doing something.
Usage Examples
- The company's incapability to adapt to changing market conditions led to its decline.
- * Her incapability to speak the language made it difficult for her to communicate with the locals.
- * The team's incapability to work together effectively resulted in a failed project.
Antonyms
ability
capability
capacity
competence
proficiency
skill
expertise
aptitude
talent
strength
potency
power
effectiveness
efficiency
productivity
adequacy
sufficiency
competence
qualification
suitability
fitness
skillfulness
adeptness
dexterity
cleverness
ingenuity
resourcefulness
versatility