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unworkability

 

[ ˌənˌwərkəˈbɪləti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

inability to function

The unworkability of the system became apparent after multiple attempts to fix it failed. It refers to the state of being unable to operate effectively or efficiently.

Synonyms

incapability, ineffectiveness, inefficiency.

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Word Description / Examples
unworkability

Use in situations where something cannot be put into practical use or operation due to fundamental flaws.

  • The unworkability of the plan was evident from the start
  • We need to address the unworkability of the current system
ineffectiveness

Describes situations where efforts or methods fail to produce the desired outcomes.

  • The ineffectiveness of the new policy caused widespread discontent
  • The medication's ineffectiveness led to a change in treatment
inefficiency

Used when describing processes, systems, or individuals that waste resources or time, thus not functioning optimally.

  • The inefficiency of the production line resulted in significant delays
  • Government bureaucracy is often criticized for its inefficiency
incapability

Appropriate when someone or something lacks the ability to perform a certain task or function.

  • His incapability to lead the team was evident
  • The robot's incapability to adapt to new instructions was a major weakness

Examples of usage

  • The unworkability of the machine led to a series of breakdowns.
  • The unworkability of the plan became evident during the implementation phase.

Translations

Translations of the word "unworkability" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inviabilidade

🇮🇳 अव्यवहार्यता

🇩🇪 Unbrauchbarkeit

🇮🇩 ketidakpraktisan

🇺🇦 непрактичність

🇵🇱 niefunkcjonalność

🇯🇵 実行不能

🇫🇷 inapplicabilité

🇪🇸 inviabilidad

🇹🇷 işe yaramazlık

🇰🇷 비실용성

🇸🇦 عدم العمل

🇨🇿 nefunkčnost

🇸🇰 nefunkčnosť

🇨🇳 不可行性

🇸🇮 neuporabnost

🇮🇸 óhagkvæmni

🇰🇿 жарамсыздық

🇬🇪 მოუხერხებლობა

🇦🇿 işləməzlik

🇲🇽 inviabilidad

Etymology

The word 'unworkability' is a combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' or 'opposite of' and 'workability', which is the ability to be worked or operated successfully. It originated in the early 20th century as a term used to describe the inability of a system or plan to function effectively. The concept of unworkability highlights the impracticality or dysfunctionality of a particular entity.

See also: coworker, coworkers, hardworking, overwork, rework, reworking, unworkable, work, workability, workable, workableness, workaholic, workaround, workbench, worker, workers, workforce, working, worklessness, workload, workmanship, workmates, workmen, workout, workplace, works, workshop, workstation, worktable, worktop, workwear, workweek.