incapable
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
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incapable (plural incapables)

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



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