incapable

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Etymology

Borrowed from Middle French incapable, in- + capable.

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ɪnˈkeɪpəbl̩/, /ɪŋˈkeɪpəbl̩/

Adjective

incapable

1. Not capable (of doing something); unable.

   A pint glass is incapable of holding more than a pint of liquid.

   I consider him incapable of dishonesty.

2. Not in a state to receive; not receptive; not susceptible; not able to admit.

   incapable of pain, or pleasure; incapable of stain or injury

Synonyms

• (not capable) unable
• (not in a state to receive) refusing

Antonyms

• capable

Related terms

• incapacitate
• incapacitation

Translations

• French: incapable
• Portuguese: incapaz
• Spanish: incapaz

Noun

incapable (plural incapables)

1. (dated) One who is morally or mentally weak or inefficient; an imbecile; a simpleton.

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