inoperable
word
Definition
Not able to be operated, either because something (like a machine) cannot function, or a disease or condition cannot be treated with surgery.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in medical or technical contexts. Medically, it means a tumor cannot be removed by surgery. For devices or machines, it means they cannot be made to work. Not typically used for small, everyday problems.
Spanish: inoperable - inoperable (médico) - que no funcionaPortuguese (BR): inoperável - que não funciona - inoperável (médico)Portuguese (PT): inoperável - que não funciona - inoperável (médico)Chinese (Simplified): 无法手术的 - 不能操作的Chinese (Traditional): 無法手術的 - 不能操作的Hindi: असंचालित - जिसकी सर्जरी संभव नहीं हैArabic: غير قابل للتشغيل - غير قابل للجراحة
Example Sentences
The doctor said the tumor was inoperable.
basic
This machine is old and inoperable.
basic
The car became inoperable after the accident.
basic
Unfortunately, the damage made the computer inoperable.
natural
His condition is serious, but thankfully, it isn't inoperable.
natural
After years of neglect, the elevator became completely inoperable.
natural