Antonyms for unable

Antonyms for (adj) unable

Main entry: unable

Definition: (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

Antonyms: able

Definition: (usually followed by `to') having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something


Main entry: unable

Definition: (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

Antonyms: capable

Definition: (usually followed by `of') having capacity or ability


Antonyms: capable

Definition: (followed by `of') having the temperament or inclination for


Main entry: ineffective, ineffectual, unable

Definition: lacking in power or forcefulness

Usage: an ineffectual ruler; like an unable phoenix in hot ashes

Antonyms: stiff, strong, potent

Definition: having a strong physiological or chemical effect


Antonyms: potent, virile

Definition: (of a male) capable of copulation


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