Lexic.us

Definition of Capable

1. Adjective. (usually followed by 'of') having capacity or ability. "Capable of walking on two feet"

2. Adjective. Possibly accepting or permitting. "The time is fixed by the director and players and therefore subject to much variation"

3. Adjective. (followed by 'of') having the temperament or inclination for. "No one believed her capable of murder"

4. Adjective. Having the requisite qualities for. "The work isn't up to the standard I require"

5. Adjective. Have the skills and qualifications to do things well. "Children as young as 14 can be extremely capable and dependable"

Definition of Capable

1. a. Possessing ability, qualification, or susceptibility; having capacity; of sufficient size or strength; as, a room capable of holding a large number; a castle capable of resisting a long assault.

Definition of Capable

1. Adjective. Able and efficient; having the ability needed for a specific task; having the disposition to do something; permitting or being susceptible to something. ¹

2. Adjective. (obsolete) Of sufficient capacity or size for holding, containing, receiving or taking in. Construed with ''of'', ''for'' or an infinitive. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Capable

1. having ability [adj -BLER, -BLEST] : CAPABLY [adv]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Capable

cap of the ampullary crest cap off cap opener cap over the windmill cap product cap products cap refill cap screw cap screws cap sheet

cap splint cap stage capa capabilities capability capable (current term) capableness capablenesses capabler capablest

capably capacified capacifies capacify capacifying capacious capaciously capaciousness capaciousnesses capacitance

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