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   incapacity

   /ˌɪnkəˈpasɪti/

   noun

   • 1. physical or mental inability to do something or to manage one's affairs: "they can be sacked only for incapacity or misbehaviour" Similar disabilityincapabilityinabilitydebilityimpairmentindispositionunfitnesspowerlessnessimpotencehelplessnessweaknessincompetenceinadequacyineffectivenessineffectualityinefficiencyOpposite abilitycapability
   • 2. legal disqualification: "they are not subject to any legal incapacity" Similar disqualificationlack of entitlementlack of legal rightOpposite qualification

   Word Origin early 17th century: from French incapacité or late Latin incapacitas, from in- (expressing negation) + capacitas (see capacity).

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   How to use incapacity in a sentence. the quality or state of being incapable; especially : lack of physical or intellectual power or of natural or legal qualifications… See the full definition

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   Incapacity definition: lack of ability, qualification, or strength; incapability.. See examples of INCAPACITY used in a sentence.

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   incapacity in British English. (ˌɪnkəˈpæsɪtɪ ) noun Word forms: plural -ties. 1. lack of power, strength, or capacity; inability. 2. law. a. legal disqualification or ineligibility. b.

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   Definition of incapacity noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   1. Inadequate strength or ability; lack of capacity. 2. A defect or handicap; a disability. 3. Law Disqualification from taking part in a legal proceeding because of mental or physical disability or because of lack of legal power or authority. American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.

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   Lack of capacity, power, or fitness; disability. A defect or handicap; a disability. Legal ineligibility or disqualification. A lack of physical or mental ability or standing. Inability to take actions that are legally effective, such as signing a contract, due to age, mental status, or other factors.

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    Jul 10, 2024 · noun. lack of physical or natural qualifications. see more. noun. lack of intellectual power. see more. Cite this entry. Style: MLA. "Incapacity." Vocabulary.com Dictionary, Vocabulary.com, https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/incapacity. Accessed 10 Jul. 2024. Copy citation. Examples from books and articles. loading examples... Word Family.

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