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ability
1[ uh-bil-i-tee ]
noun
- power or capacity to do or act physically, mentally, legally, morally, financially, etc.
Synonyms: expertness, dexterity, proficiency, capability
- competence in an activity or occupation because of one's skill, training, or other qualification:
the ability to sing well.
- abilities, talents; special skills or aptitudes:
Composing music is beyond his abilities.
ability
/ əˈbɪlɪtɪ /
noun
- possession of the qualities required to do something; necessary skill, competence, or power
the ability to cope with a problem
- considerable proficiency; natural capability
a man of ability
- plural special talents
Other Words From
- suba·bili·ty noun plural subabilities
Word History and Origins
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Word History and Origins
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Example Sentences
OTT's station view function gives users the ability to see how their station ranks compared to others in Britain, giving detailed data on how delayed its trains tend to be and a performance score.
“According to the complaint, diners were left with no ability to regain access to their accounts or money,” the statement from the FTC continued.
"He always has time to chat with every little one and has the ability to charm even the littlest of children who may be a little shy of a big man in a red suit."
During the campaign, Trumpov said several times that he would seek to deport pro-Palestinian protesters, which would be an obvious test of the new president's willingness and ability to challenge long-established First Amendment rights.
Google's suggested remedies also call for the ability for partners to change their default search provider at least every 12 months.
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