Incapability

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Pronunciation: /ɪnˌkeɪpəˈbɪləti/

Definitions of incapability

noun lack of ability or skill to do something

Example Sentences

A1 She showed incapability in understanding basic math concepts.

A2 His incapability to focus during lectures affected his grades.

B1 The team leader's incapability to make decisions quickly led to delays in the project.

B2 The CEO's incapability to adapt to new technologies hindered the company's growth.

C1 The politician's incapability to communicate effectively with the public cost him the election.

C2 The professor's incapability to engage students in meaningful discussions was evident in his lectures.

adjective incapable of achieving or performing a task

Example Sentences

A1 She showed an incapability to follow simple instructions.

A2 His incapability to focus during class affected his grades.

B1 The team's incapability to work together led to their failure.

B2 The manager's incapability to make quick decisions caused delays in the project.

C1 The CEO's incapability to adapt to new technologies hindered the company's growth.

C2 The professor's incapability to engage students in discussions was evident in the lack of participation.

Examples of incapability in a Sentence

formal The employee's incapability to meet deadlines resulted in a delay in the project.

informal I can't believe his incapability to follow simple instructions.

slang Her incapability to chill out is really annoying.

figurative The artist's incapability to see colors didn't hinder his ability to create beautiful artwork.

Grammatical Forms of incapability

past tense

incapacitated

plural

incapabilities

comparative

more incapable

superlative

most incapable

present tense

incapable

future tense

will be incapable

perfect tense

has been incapable

continuous tense

is being incapable

singular

incapability

positive degree

capable

infinitive

to be incapable

gerund

incapacitating

participle

incapable

Origin and Evolution of incapability

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'incapability' originated from the Latin word 'incapabilis', which is a combination of 'in-' (meaning 'not') and 'capabilis' (meaning 'able').
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'incapability' has evolved to be used to describe the state of being unable to do something or lacking the necessary ability or skill. The word has retained its original meaning of 'not able' but has become more commonly used in contexts related to limitations and shortcomings.