Incapable
Incapable adjective - Lacking qualities (as knowledge, skill, or ability) required to do a job.
Nearby Word: incapability
Proper
Proper adjective - Meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation.
Usage example: you'll need to have a proper diet if you want to lose weight
Both words in one sentence
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Indeed, it is the only English-speaking countryball to be incapable of proper speech.
Source: Webcomic / Polandball -
All but the Candycannon are incapable of killing a player with one magazine, and they cost as much or more than a proper gun.
Source: Joke Item -
In this case, they're generally right — the long, arduous training of a Shaper is as much about teaching proper responsibility and control (and weeding out those incapable of it) as it is about teaching the magic.
Source: Un Equal Rites
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