INCAPABILITIES Synonyms: 99 Similar and Opposite Words

incapability 1 of 2

noun

as in inability

the lack of sufficient ability, power, or means the apparent incapability of the president's staff to deal with the crisis

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incapable

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adjective

(ˌ)in-ˈkā-pə-bəl

as in unfit

lacking qualities (as knowledge, skill, or ability) required to do a job hired a supremely incapable assistant who only made a mess of things

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Recent Examples of incapability

Noun

Trump’s command of Congress owes to the incapability of many politicians to see beyond the next election. —

Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 29 Jan. 2026

Adjective

Hollywood on a bad day is paralyzed, absolutely paralyzed, and incapable of making new decisions. —

Benjamin Vanhoose, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026 After breaking his leg late in the 2017 season, Sanó required surgery and was physically incapable. —

Dan Hayes, New York Times, 3 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for incapability

Recent Examples of Synonyms for incapability

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Among the reasons why Southern California was seen as vulnerable, the report said in 2008, was a loss of water due to quake damage and the resulting inability of firefighters to extinguish blazes.

— Shelby Grad, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026
Joseph also criticized the inability of lawmakers to work across the aisle to pass legislation that would help residents rather than focusing on the priorities of special interests.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 11 June 2026