unable meaning and definition

UNABLE adjective

Definition of unable (adjective)

1. (usually followed by `to') not having the necessary means or skill or know-how
   • "unable to get to town without a car"; "unable to obtain funds"
   • antonym: able
2. (usually followed by `to') lacking necessary physical or mental ability
   • "dyslexics are unable to learn to read adequately"; "the sun was unable to melt enough snow"
3. lacking in power or forcefulness
   • "an ineffectual ruler"; "like an unable phoenix in hot ashes"
   • synonyms: ineffective, ineffectual