Incapacity

usgb/ˌɪnkəˈpæsəti/
noun

The condition of not being able to do something, unable to work.

His incapacity for work is due to his poor health conditions.
Visual representation of "incapacity" - The condition of not being able to do something, unable to work.

Often appears as...

  • incapacity for work
  • mental incapacity

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Work-Related Use

Often used to describe someone's ability to perform their job due to health.

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After the accident, his incapacity made him unable to resume his duties.
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Context Sensitive

Context indicates whether 'incapacity' refers to temporary or permanent condition.

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Following his surgery, his incapacity was expected to last several weeks.
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