Antonyms for ability

Grammar : Noun

Spell : uh-bil-i-tee

Phonetic Transcription : əˈbɪl ɪ ti

Definition of ability

Origin : late 14c., from Old French ableté "expert at handling (something)," from Latin habilitatem (nominative habilitas) "aptitude," noun of quality from habilis "easy to manage, handy" (see able). One case where a Latin silent -h- failed to make a return in English (despite efforts of 16c.-17c. scholars); see H.

noun power to act, perform
noun natural or acquired power in a

Example sentences :

We are fortunate in the ability and integrity of our Federal judges and attorneys.
Extract from : « United States Presidents' Inaugural Speeches » by Various

Peace can be contributed to by respect for our ability in defense.
Extract from : « United States Presidents' Inaugural Speeches » by Various

This accounts for his ability to get through in one day more than most people do in a week.
Extract from : « The Grand Old Man » by Richard B. Cook

The ability to love cleanly and absolutely is the supreme virtue.
Extract from : « Within the Law » by Marvin Dana

Instead, she was inclined to boast over her ability to bamboozle men at her will.
Extract from : « Within the Law » by Marvin Dana

He collected his thoughts to the best of his ability to answer the questions put to him.
Extract from : « Rico and Wiseli » by Johanna Spyri

She was a remarkable woman—remarkable for beauty, for ability, and for position.
Extract from : « The Boy Life of Napoleon » by Eugenie Foa

It is required from you to give proofs of intellectual energy and ability.
Extract from : « Tales And Novels, Volume 4 (of 10) » by Maria Edgeworth

But ask me what you please, and I will answer to the best of my ability.
Extract from : « Tanglewood Tales » by Nathaniel Hawthorne

But never doubt their ability to dislike from the beginning!
Extract from : « In the Valley » by Harold Frederic

Synonyms for ability

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