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Incapable
noun
/ɪnˈkeɪpəbl̩/
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Word Frequency:
6.7
Definitions
1.
noun
One who is morally or mentally weak or inefficient; an imbecile; a simpleton.
2.
adjective
Not capable (of doing something); unable.
"A pint glass is incapable of holding more than a pint of liquid."
3.
adjective
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
unable
refusing
unqualified
inadequate
incompetent
unsusceptible
insusceptible
unequal to
useless
irresponsible
ineffective
unsuitable
Antonyms
capable
Rhymes With
capable
inescapable
shapable
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