Synonyms for ability


Grammar : Noun
Spell : uh-bil-i-tee
Phonetic Transcription : əˈbɪl ɪ ti

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Définition 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

Antonyms for ability

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