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unable

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unable in WordNet English dictionary

adjective
  1. lacking in power or forcefulness
    "an ineffectual ruler"; "like an unable phoenix in hot ashes"
    ineffective  ineffectual  unable 
  2. (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"
    unable 
  3. (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"
    unable 
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