capable
Meaning
The word "capable" describes someone or something that has the ability, skill, or qualities necessary to do a particular task or achieve a specific outcome.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "capable" with "able"; "capable" often implies a broader range of skills or potential.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Anna
arrived
early
at
the
community
center
to
set
up
her
display
and
make
sure
the
materials
were
neat
.
She
felt
capable
of
answering
questions
about
the
project
because
she
had
practised
her
explanations
several
times
.
When
the
first
visitors
came
,
Anna
spoke
clearly
and
gave
each
person
a
short
demonstration
that
showed
the
key
steps
.
By
the
end
of
the
day
,
several
people
said
they
understood
the
idea
and
would
try
it
at
home
.
Common Phrases
capable of
capable person
capable leader
Synonyms
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