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Meaning of able
having sufficient skill or strength to do something
Etymology of able
The word "able" comes from the Old English word "æbil", and the Old French word "able", both derived from the Latin word "habilis", meaning "capable" or "fit"
Historically, the word has been used to describe physical or mental capability, as well as legal or formal qualifications
Synonyms
capable
competent
skilled
proficient
adept
talented
gifted
strong
powerful
efficient
effective
potent
skilled
expert
masterful
accomplished
qualified
suited
equipped
fit
proficient
trained
experienced
knowledgeable
adept
able-bodied
agile
nimble
quick
resourceful
clever
ingenious
deft
dexterous
handy
adroit
Definitions
- Having sufficient skill or strength to do something
- * Having a natural ability or talent for something
- * Legally or formally qualified to do something
Usage Examples
- She is able to speak three languages fluently
- * He is able to run a marathon in under three hours
- * The company is able to provide excellent customer service
Antonyms
unable
incapable
incompetent
inept
unskilled
unqualified
unfit
weak
powerless
ineffective
impotent
ineffectual
untrained
inexperienced
unprepared
inadequate
insufficient
limited
restricted
handicapped
disabled
crippled