unable
The word “unable” has 3 syllables: un-a-ble
It's pronounced as /ˌʌnˈeɪbl̩/
What is synonym and antonym for unable?
In the thesaurus, “unable” has 47 synonyms and 33 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for unable along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for unable
- amateurish
- callow
- clumsy
- dilettantish
- disqualified
- green
- helpless
- hog-tied
- impotent
- impuissant
- inadequate
- inapt
- incapable
- incapacitated
- incompetent
- ineffective
- ineffectual
- inefficacious
- inefficient
- ineligible
- inept
- inexperienced
- inexpert
- inoperative
- no can do
- no good
- not able
- not cut out for
- not equal to
- not up to
- out of commission
- powerless
- raw
- sidelined
- unequipped
- unfit
- unfitted
- unprepared
- unprofessional
- unqualified
- unskilled
- unskillful
- untrained
- useless
- wanting
- weak
- worthless
Antonyms for unable
- able
- accomplished
- ace
- adept
- adequate
- all-around
- all-round
- capable
- competent
- consummate
- crack
- experienced
- expert
- fit
- overqualified
- potent
- practiced
- practised
- prepared
- protean
- qualified
- ready
- seasoned
- skilled
- skillful
- strong
- sufficient
- talented
- trained
- ultracompetent
- versatile
- veteran
- virtuoso
Meanings of unable
- adjective
- Not able; lacking a certain ability.
- verb
- To render unable; disable.
Example Sentences
- She was unable to attend the meeting due to a prior commitment.
- Despite his best efforts, he remained unable to solve the complex puzzle.
- The injured bird was unable to fly, and a rescue team was called to help.
- The system crashed, leaving users unable to access their accounts temporarily.
- He felt frustrated and unable to express his emotions during the challenging situation.
On this page you'll find 80 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to unable, such as: able, accomplished, ace, adept, adequate, all-around, all-round.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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