Incapability — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /(ˌ)in-ˈkā-pə-bəl/ in·ca·pa·ble

Meaning & Definition of Incapability

Incapability (adjective)

  1. lacking capacity, ability, or qualification for the purpose or end in view
  2. not able or fit for the doing or performance, incompetent
  3. not being in a state or of a kind to admit, insusceptible

Incapability (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the lack of sufficient ability, power, or means

    "the apparent incapability of the president's staff to deal with the crisis"

    similar: impotence, inability, inadequacy, incapacity, incompetence, incompetency, ineptitude, insufficiency, powerlessness
    related: disqualification, inaptitude, ineffectiveness, ineffectuality, ineffectualness, inefficaciousness, inefficacy, inefficiency
    opposite: ability, adequacy, capability, capacity, competence, competency, potency
    near: aptitude, bent, endowment, flair, genius, gift, knack, talent, effectiveness, effectualness, efficaciousness, efficiency, fitness, suitability, suitableness, potency, power, puissance, sinew, strength

Related Entry: Incapable (adjective)

Incapable is a different word from Incapability. The synonyms below are for incapable, not for incapability.

  1. lacking qualities (as knowledge, skill, or ability) required to do a job

    "hired a supremely incapable assistant who only made a mess of things"

    similar: inapt, incompetent, inept, inexpert, unable, unfit, unfitted, unqualified, unskilled, unskillful
    related: ineffective, ineffectual, inefficient, amateurish, callow, dilettantish, green, inexperienced, raw, unprofessional, unequipped, unprepared, untrained, useless, worthless, disqualified, ineligible, wanting
    opposite: able, capable, competent, expert, fit, qualified, skilled, skillful, ultracompetent
    near: prepared, ready, trained, overqualified, accomplished, ace, adept, consummate, crack, experienced, practiced, seasoned, veteran, virtuoso, all-around, protean, versatile

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Incapability

The most common words with a similar meaning to Incapability:

impotence, inability, inadequacy, incapacity, incompetence, incompetency, ineptitude, insufficiency, powerlessness

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Incapability

Words with the opposite meaning of Incapability:

ability, adequacy, capability, capacity, competence, competency, potency

Related Words for Incapability

disqualification, inaptitude, ineffectiveness, ineffectuality, ineffectualness, inefficaciousness, inefficacy, inefficiency

Near Antonyms of Incapability

aptitude, bent, endowment, flair, genius, gift, knack, talent, effectiveness, effectualness, efficaciousness, efficiency, fitness, suitability, suitableness, power, puissance, sinew, strength

Word Forms of Incapability

Derived words: incapability (noun), incapableness (noun), incapably (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Incapability

Middle French, from in- + capable capable

First known use: 1594

Frequently Asked Questions about Incapability

What does "Incapability" mean?

"Incapability" means lacking capacity, ability, or qualification for the purpose or end in view. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: lacking capacity, ability, or qualification for the purpose or end in view.

What is another word for "Incapability"?

Other words for "Incapability" include impotence, inability, inadequacy, incapacity, incompetence, incompetency, ineptitude and insufficiency. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Incapability" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Incapability"?

There are 17 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Incapability". Common alternatives include impotence, inability, inadequacy, incapacity, incompetence, incompetency, ineptitude, insufficiency and powerlessness.

What is the opposite of "Incapability"?

Antonyms of "Incapability" include ability, adequacy, capability, capacity, competence, competency and potency. Near antonyms include aptitude, bent, endowment and flair.

How do you use "Incapability" in a sentence?

Examples of "Incapability" in a sentence: "the apparent incapability of the president's staff to deal with the crisis".

Is "Incapability" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Incapability" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Incapability"?

"Incapability" is pronounced /(ˌ)in-ˈkā-pə-bəl/ and divided into syllables as in·ca·pa·ble.

What is the origin of the word "Incapability"?

"Incapability" comes from Middle French, from in- + capable capable. First known use: 1594.