INCAPACITY Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

incapacity

noun

ˌin-kə-ˈpa-sə-tē

as in inability

the lack of sufficient ability, power, or means her entrenched incapacity for decision-making doesn't make her a very good boss

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Recent Examples of incapacity In practice, these gaps often surface at the worst possible time—when leadership is already disrupted by an unexpected incapacity or death. —

Fennemore, Oc Register, 30 Apr. 2026 In New Jersey, lawmakers are considering a bill to amend a state law that allows parents to nominate standby, or temporary, guardians in the cases of death, incapacity, or debilitation. —

CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2026 An attorney who worked on the case was struck by the number of judicial decisions that were made without any finding of incapacity. —

Jc Hallman, Oklahoma Watch, 22 Mar. 2026 Only adult citizens would count, including those who, in some states, are not eligible to vote because of a felony conviction or their mental incapacity. —

Hansi Lo Wang, NPR, 9 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for incapacity

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inability

Noun

While there are some drawbacks compared to traditional investments — such as its inability to earn dividends — there are several ways to add gold to your portfolio.

— Liz Knueven, CNBC, 4 June 2026
Issues discussed by the candidates ranged from an inability to hire and retain deputies, department morale and poor conditions at the Men’s Central Jail.

— Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 4 June 2026