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unable vs able

able vs unable

unable and able both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
unable No Yes No No
able No Yes No No
unable (adjective) able (adjective)
(usually followed by `to') not having the necessary means or skill or know-how (usually followed by `to') having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
lacking in power or forcefulness having inherent physical or mental ability or capacity
(usually followed by `to') lacking necessary physical or mental ability have the skills and qualifications to do things well
having a strong healthy body
Difference between unable and able

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