Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for not able. Search instead for notenbild.
Definitions

not able

ADJECTIVE
unable
Synonyms
STRONGEST
helpless impotent inadequate incapable powerless sidelined unfit weak
WEAK
can't cut it can't hack it can't make the grade clumsy hog-tied impuissant incapacitated incompetent ineffectual inefficacious inefficient inept inoperative no can do no good not cut out for not equal to not up to out of commission unfitted unqualified unskilled
Antonyms
STRONGEST
able capable competent fit potent qualified strong sufficient
WEAK
adequate skillful talented

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

“You start to spin, and spin, and spin. But you sit in the eye—you’re not able to stretch and feel the whole thing.”

From Slate • Apr. 29, 2026

The family were not able to return to their home until teatime on Sunday.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

In Florida, a medical power of attorney authorizes your brother to make medical decisions on your mother’s behalf if she were not able to do so.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 25, 2026

“They’re not able to replenish their own needs. Nothing can get in or out of the country. They can’t make any money.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

SABIO, SHALE: What if we’re not able to get him home?

From "The First State of Being" by Erin Entrada Kelly