Incapable

Pronunciation

Origin

From Middle French incapable, - + capable

Full definition of incapable

Adjective

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

Derived terms

• incapability
• incapably

Related terms

• incapacitate
• incapacitation

Synonyms

• (not capable) unable
• (not in a state to receive) refusing

Antonyms

• capable

Noun

1. (dated) One who is morally or mentally weak or inefficient; an imbecile; a simpleton.----