unable

/ʌnˈeɪbəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

lacking the necessary ability or power to do something

“She was unable to finish the project on time due to illness.”

2. verb

to make something unable to do something

“The accident was unable to move for hours due to the traffic congestion.”

3. noun

a person or thing that is unable to do something

“The unable person needed help from their family and friends.”

Synonyms

  • incapable
  • ineffective
  • powerless

Antonyms

  • able
  • capable
  • effective