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unable

[uhn-ey-buhl] / ʌnˈeɪ bəl /
ADJECTIVE
not having talent, skill
Synonyms
STRONGEST
helpless impotent inadequate incapable not able 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

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J.M.’s teacher told police that the boy is unable to use his legs from the knees down and that his only means of mobility is dragging or pulling himself up.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

For several weeks, as more than 1,000 ships have been stranded in limbo and unable to pass through the strait, a few have managed to slip through by paying Iran a toll.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Exxon said it’s unable to comment on how long until the two trains return to normal.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

The money is paid to provide for their care as well as their long-term future as their injuries often mean they are unable to work.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

“I get it. A hundred years ago is a different planet from today, and here you are, unable to enjoy any of the advancements society has made. Tough.”

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas