Incapableness — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

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

Meaning & Definition of Incapableness

Incapableness (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

Incapableness (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in disability, inability

    similar: disability, inability, inaptitude, incapability, incapacity, incompetence, incompetency, impotence, impotency, powerlessness, weakness, ineffectiveness, ineffectuality, ineffectualness, inefficaciousness, inefficacy, uselessness, helplessness, paralysis
    opposite: energy, firepower, force, horsepower, might, muscle, potence, potency, power, puissance, sinew, strength, vigor, aptitude, capability, capacity, competence, competency, adequacy, effectiveness, effectualness, usefulness

Related Entry: Incapable (adjective)

Incapable is a different word from Incapableness. The synonyms below are for incapable, not for incapableness.

  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 Incapableness

The most common words with a similar meaning to Incapableness:

disability, inability, inaptitude, incapability, incapacity, incompetence, incompetency, impotence, impotency, powerlessness, weakness, ineffectiveness, ineffectuality, ineffectualness, inefficaciousness, inefficacy, uselessness, helplessness, paralysis

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Incapableness

Words with the opposite meaning of Incapableness:

energy, firepower, force, horsepower, might, muscle, potence, potency, power, puissance, sinew, strength, vigor, aptitude, capability, capacity, competence, competency, adequacy, effectiveness, effectualness, usefulness

Word Forms of Incapableness

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

Origin & Etymology of Incapableness

Middle French, from in- + capable capable

First known use: 1594

Frequently Asked Questions about Incapableness

What does "Incapableness" mean?

"Incapableness" 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 "Incapableness"?

Other words for "Incapableness" include disability, inability, inaptitude, incapability, incapacity, incompetence, incompetency and impotence. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Incapableness" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Incapableness"?

There are 19 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Incapableness". Common alternatives include disability, inability, inaptitude, incapability, incapacity, incompetence, incompetency, impotence, impotency and powerlessness.

What is the opposite of "Incapableness"?

Antonyms of "Incapableness" include energy, firepower, force, horsepower, might, muscle, potence and potency.

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

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

How do you pronounce "Incapableness"?

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

What is the origin of the word "Incapableness"?

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

What is another word for "Incapableness" meaning "as in disability, inability"?

When "Incapableness" (noun) means as in disability, inability, synonyms include disability, inability, inaptitude, incapability, incapacity and incompetence. Opposites in this sense include energy, firepower, force and horsepower.