What is the meaning of unable?

adjective

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