Simple meaning
What does Capable mean?
Capable means able to do something well.
Dictionary definition
Having the ability, skill, or potential to do something successfully.
Example sentences
Capable in a sentence
easy
You are capable of learning this skill.
medium
She is capable of leading the team meeting.
hard
With support and practice, students feel more capable each week.
Synonyms
Words like Capable
ableUse for having enough skill or power to do something.
competentUse for being skilled and effective in a task.
Antonyms
Opposite words
incapableUse when ability is not sufficient yet.
unableUse when someone cannot do something right now.
Word family
Capable word family
Base word
capable
noun
capability
The ability to do something effectively.
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What does capable mean?
Capable means having the skill or potential to complete a task well.
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