incapacity
n. C / U C1 Advanced US //ˌɪnkəˈpæsəti// UK //ɪnkəpˈæsɪti// in·ca·pac·i·ty
n. the state of being unable to do something because of a physical or mental problem. It can also mean a lack of legal power to make a decision.
n. the state of being physically or mentally unable to perform a specific task; also refers to the legal inability to act or make decisions. Often used in medical, legal, or administrative contexts.
The court ruled that the defendant was in a state of legal incapacity at the time of the contract, rendering the agreement void and unenforceable.
From in- (“negative”) + capacity.