ability — the capacity or skill to do something well
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the capacity or skill to do something well
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈbɪləti/
Example Sentences
- My cooking ability is limited to making instant noodles and burning toast.
- The teacher recognized her students' different abilities and adjusted her lessons accordingly.
- His ability to sleep anywhere amazes me - even on a roller coaster!
ability
NOUN[/əˈbɪləti/]
the capacity or skill to do something well
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English and Old French 'abilité', derived from Latin 'habilis' meaning 'apt, suitable, or handy'. The root 'habilis' comes from 'habere' meaning 'to have or hold'.
Breakdown
Latin 'habilis' (apt, suitable) + '-ity' (noun suffix denoting state or quality) = ability (the quality or state of being able)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cooking ability is limited to making instant noodles and burning toast.”
“The teacher recognized her students' different abilities and adjusted her lessons accordingly.”
“His ability to sleep anywhere amazes me - even on a roller coaster!”
“This job requires the ability to work under pressure.”
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