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able Definition and Meaning in English (able definition)

adjective
Synonyms:capablecompetentskilled
Quick Answer • Definition

Able definition: Possessing the necessary power, skill, or resources to perform an action or achieve a goal successfully.

Definitions of Able

  1. 1adjective

    Possessing the necessary power, skill, or resources to perform an action or achieve a goal successfully.

Example Sentences

“She is able to speak three languages fluently.”

“Are you able to help me with this task?”

“He was able to finish the project on time.”

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Inflected Word Forms

nounability
adjectivedisabled
adverbably

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

to be able toexpression

To have the capacity or opportunity to do something.

able-bodiedcollocation

Physically strong and healthy, not disabled.

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Able definition: Possessing the necessary power, skill, or resources to perform an action or achieve a goal successfully.
How do you translate 'Able' to English?▼
'Able' translates to 'able' in English. Able definition: Possessing the necessary power, skill, or resources to perform an action or achieve a goal successfully.
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