enable
Meaning
To enable means to give someone or something the means or ability to do something.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "enable" with "allow"; while similar, "enable" implies providing the means to do something, whereas "allow" refers to permission.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Every
Wednesday
the
community
center
runs
a
free
computer
class
for
local
residents
.
Volunteers
teach
basic
skills
and
show
how
to
use
email
and
video
calls
.
They
installed
new
laptops
to
enable
older
people
to
keep
in
touch
with
family
and
manage
everyday
tasks
online
.
After
a
few
weeks
most
participants
feel
more
confident
and
start
using
the
internet
on
their
own
.
Common Phrases
enable access
enable features
enable users
Antonyms
Related Words
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