Simple meaning
What does Able mean?
Able means you can do something or have what you need to try it.
Dictionary definition
Having the skill, power, or chance to do something.
Example sentences
Able in a sentence
easy
Nora was able to zip her coat by herself.
medium
The class was able to finish the project before lunch.
hard
With practice, Malik was able to explain his answer clearly.
Synonyms
Words like Able
Antonyms
Opposite words
unableUse when someone cannot do something.
helplessUse when someone needs help and cannot act alone.
Word family
Able word family
Base word
able
adjective
abler
More able.
adjective
ablest
Most able.
noun
ability
The skill or power to do something.
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What does able mean?
Able means having the skill or chance to do something.
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