capable

capable is part of the Academic Word List. It is important for students in college and university.

Pronunciation

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• Hyphenation: ca‧pa‧ble

Adjective

Positive capable

Comparative more capable

Superlative most capable

1. If someone or something is capable of something, they can do it.

   This system is capable of providing food for about 400 people.

   I'm quite capable of looking after myself and I don't need you to tell me how.

2. If someone is capable, they can do a particular thing well.

   I'm confident I can leave everything in your capable hands.

   I may be young but I can assure you I'm quite capable.

Synonyms

• able
• skilled

Related words

• capability