incapable

adjective
UK: /ɪnˈkeɪpəbl/
US: /ɪnˈkeɪpəbl/

  1. Not able to do something; lacking the necessary skill or ability.

    1. He is incapable of doing the job.
    2. The old car was incapable of reaching high speeds on the highway, so we sold it.

  2. Not able to feel or experience something.

    1. She seemed incapable of understanding my feelings.
    2. Some people are incapable of showing empathy towards others in difficult situations.

  3. Not having the qualities needed to do something.

    1. The system is incapable of handling such a large amount of data.
    2. The software was clearly incapable of performing the required task, leading to project delays.

Synonyms

unfit incompetent helpless powerless unable
incapable noun

  1. Someone who lacks ability or competence.

    1. He was an incapable leader.
    2. The report highlighted several incapeables within the management structure of the corporation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "incapable" in English means: Not able to do something; lacking the necessary skill or ability., Not able to feel or experience something., Not having the qualities needed to do something..

The phonetic transcription of "incapable" is /ɪnˈkeɪpəbl/ in British English and /ɪnˈkeɪpəbl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "incapable": unfit, incompetent, helpless, powerless, unable.

Example usage of "incapable": "He is incapable of doing the job.". More examples on the page.