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inability

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of inability

the lack of sufficient ability, power, or means

the apparent inability of young children to sit still

Synonyms of inability

impotence, inadequacy, incapability, incapacity, incompetence, incompetency, ineptitude, insufficiency, powerlessness

Words Related to inability

disqualification, inaptitude

ineffectiveness, ineffectuality, ineffectualness, inefficaciousness, inefficacy, inefficiency

Near Antonyms of inability

aptitude, bent, endowment, flair, genius, gift, knack, talent

effectiveness, effectualness, efficaciousness, efficiency

fitness, suitability, suitableness

potency, power, puissance, sinew, strength

Antonyms of inability

ability, adequacy, capability, capacity, competence, competency, potency

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