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Unable

adjective

/ʌnˈeɪ.bəl/

Meaning

lacking the power, skill, or means to do something

not able to do something

He was unable to attend the meeting.

She was unable to attend the meeting.

incapable, powerless, helpless, ineffective

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incapable, powerless, helpless

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incapable, powerless, helpless, ineffective

able, capable, competent

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able, capable, competent

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able, capable, competent

unable to help, unable to understand, unable to cope, unable to speak

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unable to help, unable to understand, unable to cope

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unable to help, unable to speak, unable to understand

reaching a high or intense degree; very great or severe

likely to cause harm or injury; unsafe

emitting light as a result of being heated; extremely bright or passionate

Something that cannot be avoided or prevented

Relating to the logical discussion of ideas and opinions.

Not justified or necessary; without good reason.