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Definition of capability

capability

/ˌkeɪ.pəˈbɪl.ə.ti/
ca · pa · bil · i · ty
Adverb:capably
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Plural:capabilities
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Adjective:capable
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capability Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The power, skill, or ability to do, achieve, or generate something.

Example

"The new research facility has the capability to process thousands of genetic samples each day."

2

An undeveloped or unused faculty, feature, or potential that can be developed or put to practical use.

Example

"The software update unlocked several advanced capabilities that had previously been dormant in the system."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 16th century from the adjective 'capable' plus the suffix '-ity', tracing back through Middle French to Late Latin 'capabilis' (able to hold or grasp), from Latin 'capere' (to take).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Capability. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/capability
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