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inability

The word “inability” has 5 syllables: in-a-bil-i-ty

It's pronounced as /ˌɪnəˈbɪləti/

What is synonym and antonym for inability?

In the thesaurus, “inability” has 17 synonyms and 26 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for inability along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for inability

  • disqualification
  • impotence
  • inadequacy
  • inaptitude
  • incapability
  • incapacity
  • incompetence
  • incompetency
  • ineffectiveness
  • ineffectuality
  • ineffectualness
  • inefficaciousness
  • inefficacy
  • inefficiency
  • ineptitude
  • insufficiency
  • powerlessness

Antonyms for inability

Meanings of inability

  • noun
    1. Lack of the ability to do something; incapability.
    2. Lack of the option to do something; powerlessness.

Example Sentences

  • His inability to focus affected his performance at work.
  • The team's inability to score cost them the game.
  • She felt frustrated by her inability to express her feelings.
  • Their inability to compromise led to the end of the partnership.
  • The project failed due to the company's inability to manage resources.

On this page you'll find 43 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to inability, such as: ability, adequacy, aptitude, bent, capability, capacity, competence.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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  • amateurism
  • clumsiness
  • crudeness
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  • heavy-handedness
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  • incompetence
  • incompetency
  • inexperience
  • inexpertness
  • unpreparedness
  • unskillfulness

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