Synonyms for

Incapacity

Verb / ˌɪnkʌˈpæsʌti: / Another word for incapacity — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The inability to do something or to act in a particular way.

Synonyms & similar words

capacity inability disability incompetence impotence weakness helplessness infirmity inaptitude inexperience ignorance inadequacy powerlessness inefficiency ineptness unfitness unskillfulness unpreparedness unsuitability inconvenience disqualification

Example sentences

  1. His incapacity to walk made him dependent on crutches.
  2. The company faced losses due to the incapacity of the employees.
  3. The incapacity of the machine caused a delay in production.
  4. Her incapacity to make decisions led to a loss in the business.
  5. The incapacity of the goalkeeper led to a goal by the opponent team.

Quotes

  • Incapacity of thought is the greatest defect of men nowadays.
  • Incapacity for love is no proof of lovelessness.
  • Incapacity for vice is a negative definition.

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