Synonyms for

Capable

Verb / ˈkeɪpʌbʌl / Another word for capable — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having the ability, fitness, or quality necessary to do or achieve a specified thing.

Synonyms & similar words

equalto incapable adequateto upto able subject open competent qualified able skilled proficient talented gifted efficient effective adequate fit suitable worthy responsible trustworthy reliable dependable able-bodied powerful potent

Synonyms by register

Formal

competent proficient adept qualified

Informal

good at up for can do skilled

Literary

apt fit

Antonyms

incapable unable impotent ineffective helpless incompetent

Common collocations

  • capable of
  • fully capable
  • highly capable
  • capable hands
  • capable leader
  • capable of doing
  • capable of achieving

Word family

noun capability
adverb capably

Usage note

Often followed by 'of' and a gerund or noun phrase. 'Capable' implies having the ability or power to do something.

Example sentences

  1. He is capable of running a marathon.
  2. She is capable of speaking three languages fluently.
  3. The team is capable of winning the championship.
  4. The new employee is capable of handling difficult tasks.
  5. The robot is capable of performing complex tasks.

Quotes

  • Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is greater than any obstacle.
  • Only those who dare to fail greatly can ever achieve greatly.
  • The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today.

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