Antonyms for "was able to" can be dependent on the context in which it is used. If referring to success or accomplishment, antonyms could include "failed to," "didn't manage to," or "was unable to." In its simplest sense, antonyms for "was able to" could be "was not able to" or "could not." It is important to consider the meaning behind "was able to" in order to properly identify and use its antonyms. Whether used in writing or conversation, understanding the nuances of language can help to better convey meaning and intention.

What are the antonyms for Was able to?

• v.

  • afford
  • refuse
  ,
  • reject
  ,
  • take away
  .

Famous quotes with Was able to

• By the time I reached high school my father's grocery store had made our life adequately comfortable and I was able to choose, without any practical encumbrances, the subjects that I wanted to pursue in college.

  Sidney Altman
• Romeo Must Die was the first film that I did where I was able to just be free as an actor.

  Anthony Anderson
• That was fun to play. There were some nice special effects coupled with some really nice moments with child and wife. I also was able to age to about 100 years in 'Brief Candle.'

  Richard Dean Anderson
• I read a book recently by a psychiatrist who was able to interview a few serial killers and she had a thesis on how you could figure these people out. And she thinks that there are things that could tell you whether someone has the potential to do that.

  Tom Araya
• One life is worth the universe. Poe was able to go right into the very depth of life and to demonstrate this.

  John Astin

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