Ability

noun

/əˈ.bɪl.ɪ.ti/

Word Frequency: 73.7

Definitions

1.nounSuitableness.

2.nounThe quality or state of being able; capacity to do or of doing something; having the necessary power.

"This phone has the ability to have its software upgraded wirelessly."

3.nounThe legal wherewithal to act.

4.nounPhysical power.

5.nounFinancial ability.

6.nounA unique power of the mind; a faculty.

7.nounA skill or competence in doing; mental power; talent; aptitude.

"She has an uncanny ability to defuse conflict."

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