incapability
|in-ca-pa-bil-i-ty|
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/ˌɪnkəˈpeɪbɪlɪti/
lack of ability
Etymology
Etymology Information
'incapability' originates from the Latin word 'incapabilis', where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'capabilis' meant 'able to hold or seize'.
Historical Evolution
'incapabilis' transformed into the Old French word 'incapable', and eventually became the modern English word 'incapability'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not able to hold or seize', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the state of being unable to do something'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state of being unable to do something.
His incapability to manage the team led to his dismissal.
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Last updated: 2025/02/12 16:21