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incapable.

Not capable (of doing something); unable.

9 characters4 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

adj/ɪnˈkeɪpəbl̩//ɪŋˈkeɪpəbl̩/
  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
Where this word comes from

Borrowed from Middle French incapable, equivalent to in- + capable.

noun/ɪnˈkeɪpəbl̩//ɪŋˈkeɪpəbl̩/
  1. One who is morally or mentally weak or inefficient; an imbecile; a simpleton.

    dated
Where this word comes from

Borrowed from Middle French incapable, equivalent to in- + capable.

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