Inability

/ˌɪnəˈbɪləti/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the state of being unable to do something.

Her inability to focus in class was affecting her grades.

a lack of the necessary ability or skill.

The athlete's inability to perform under pressure cost his team the game.

the condition of being unable to do something due to lack of resources or opportunities.

The project's failure was attributed to the team's inability to secure funding.

the quality of being incapable of doing something.

His inability to communicate effectively led to misunderstandings.

Latin 'inabilitas', from 'in-' (not) + 'abilitas' (ability)

overcome one's inability

To find a way to deal with one's limitations.

inability to cope

Struggling to manage or handle situations effectively.

inability to decide

Difficulty in making choices.

ability

The quality of being able to do something.

capability

The power or ability to do something.

incompetence

Lack of ability to perform tasks.

Can't do it.

I'm just too tired, my inability to keep going is real right now.

No way.

There's an inability to finish this project on time, no way that's happening.