INCAPABILITY Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

incapability

noun

Definition of incapability

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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Recent Examples of incapability This could reflect in features such as automation incapabilities, incompetent workflow designs, overreliance on legacy infrastructure and lack of alignment in financial transformation. — Dr. Saheer Nelliparamban, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026 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

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inability

Noun

Besides faulty lactose digestion, nonwhite bodies were accused of other failures, too, such as aldehyde dehydrogenase deficiency, an inability to digest alcohol quickly.

— Hilary Smith, The Conversation, 25 Aug. 2026
Officials said the steep terrain and the inability for the climbers to safely dismount prompted a helicopter rescue technician to be lowered to assist the first victim.

— Tim Fang, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026

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