Incapable meaning

What does “incapable” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“incapable” is an adjective with 4 meanings. Its most common meaning is: (followed by `of') lacking capacity or ability.

incapable

(followed by `of') lacking capacity or ability
“incapable of carrying a tune”
“he is incapable of understanding the matter”
Oppositescapable
not being susceptible to or admitting of something (usually followed by `of')
“incapable of solution”
(followed by `of') not having the temperament or inclination for
“simply incapable of lying”
Oppositescapable
not meeting requirements
“unequal to the demands put upon him”
Synonymsincompetent unequal to

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University