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unadaptable

Definitions of unadaptable
  1. adjective
    not adaptable
    synonyms:
    inflexible, rigid, unbending
    incapable of adapting or changing to meet circumstances
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    antonyms:
    adaptable
    capable of adapting (of becoming or being made suitable) to a particular situation or use
    adjustable
    capable of being changed so as to match or fit
    all-mains
    used of a radio receiver that is adaptable to all voltages
    convertible
    designed to be changed from one use or form to another
    elastic, flexible, pliable, pliant
    able to adjust readily to different conditions
    filmable
    (used of a story or literary work) capable of being adapted to motion picture form
    universal
    adapted to various purposes, sizes, forms, operations
    variable
    (used of a device) designed so that a property (as e.g. light) can be varied
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