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      Unable

      /ʌˈneɪbəl/

      Meaning & Definition

      adjective
      not having the ability or means to do something.
      She was unable to attend the meeting due to a scheduling conflict.
      incapable of being done or achieved.
      The project was unable to meet the deadline because of unforeseen circumstances.
      lacking the necessary strength or skill.
      He felt unable to lift the heavy box on his own.
      not being capable of action or progress.
      The team was unable to resolve the issue after several hours of discussion.

      Etymology

      From Old French 'unable', from Latin 'in-' (not) + 'habilis' (able)

      Common Phrases and Expressions

      unable to attend:
      Not able to go to an event or place.
      unable to determine:
      Not able to figure out or conclude something.

      Related Words

      ability
      The power or skill to do something.
      capable
      Having the ability or qualities necessary for doing something.

      Slang Meanings

      Out of commission
      After the injury, he was out of commission and unable to play.
      Not in the game
      After losing her job, she felt unable and not in the game anymore.