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- Dictionaryincapable/ɪnˈkeɪpəbl/
adjective
- 1. unable to do or achieve (something): "Wilson blushed and was incapable of speech" Similar Opposite
- 2. unable to behave rationally or manage one's affairs: "the pilot may become incapable from the lack of oxygen" Similar
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adjective. uk / ɪnˈkeɪ.pə.b ə l / us / ɪnˈkeɪ.pə.b ə l / Add to word list. C1. unable to do something: incapable of He seems incapable of walking past a music shop without going in and buying another CD. I think she's incapable of love. Opposite. capable of something/doing something. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases.
1. : lacking capacity, ability, or qualification for the purpose or end in view: such as. a. : not able or fit for the doing or performance : incompetent. b. : not being in a state or of a kind to admit : insusceptible. c. archaic : not able to take in, hold, or keep. d. archaic : not receptive. 2.
Incapable, incompetent, inefficient, unable are applied to a person or thing that is lacking in ability, preparation, or power for whatever is to be done. Incapable usually means inherently lacking in ability or power: incapable of appreciating music; a bridge incapable of carrying heavy loads.
incapable usually means inherently lacking in ability or power: incapable of appreciating music; a bridge incapable of carrying heavy loads. incompetent, generally used only of persons, means unfit or unqualified for a particular task: incompetent as an administrator. inefficient means wasteful in the use of effort or power: an inefficient ...
Definitions of incapable. adjective. (followed by `of') lacking capacity or ability. “ incapable of carrying a tune” “he is incapable of understanding the matter” “ incapable of doing the work” synonyms: unable. (usually followed by `to') lacking necessary physical or mental ability. incompetent. not qualified or suited for a purpose. see more.
adjective. us / ɪnˈkeɪ.pə.b ə l / uk / ɪnˈkeɪ.pə.b ə l / Add to word list. C1. unable to do something: incapable of He seems incapable of walking past a music shop without going in and buying another CD. I think she's incapable of love. Opposite. capable of something/doing something. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases.
Definition of incapable adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
1. not having the necessary ability, qualification, or strength to perform some specified act or function. 2. lacking ordinary capability.
Not susceptible to action or treatment. A unique feat, incapable of duplication. Not meeting the physical and mental requirements imposed by law for the performance of a particular task. (dated) One who is morally or mentally weak or inefficient; an imbecile; a simpleton.
not able to do something or to feel a particular emotion: He's incapable of controlling his temper. I think she's incapable of love. Want to learn more? Improve your vocabulary with English Vocabulary in Use from Cambridge. Learn the words you need to communicate with confidence.
