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Inability (Noun)

Lack of ability (especially mental ability) to do something.

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Her inability to concentrate made it difficult for her to complete the task on time.
The patient's inability to recognize familiar faces was a symptom of the rare neurological disorder.
His inability to manage stress led to anxiety and depression.
The team's inability to work together effectively resulted in their loss in the competition.
The child's inability to express her emotions in words made it challenging for her parents to understand her needs.

Lacking the power to perform.

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Her injury highlighted her inability to participate in the upcoming marathon.
The student's lack of focus resulted in his inability to solve complex math problems.
His old age had brought an inability to keep up with the physically demanding job.
The patient's neurological condition led to an inability to move her limbs voluntarily.
The software bug caused an inability to process large amounts of data simultaneously.