Definitions

ability

[uh-bil-i-tee] / əˈbɪl ɪ ti /

NOUN

power to act, perform

Synonyms

STRONGEST

capability capacity competence intelligence qualification skill strength talent understanding

STRONG

aptitude competency comprehension dexterity endowment facility faculty might potentiality resourcefulness

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ignorance impotence inability incapability incapacity incompetence ineptness lack weakness

WEAK

clumsiness inadequacy inanity limitation paralysis stupidity

NOUN

natural or acquired power in a

Synonyms

STRONGEST

capability expertise ingenuity proficiency skill strength talent

STRONG

adroitness bent cleverness command craft deftness expertness finesse flair genius gift handiness knack know-how mastery savvy skillfulness

WEAK

mind for particular activity adeptness the goods the right stuff what it takes

Antonyms

STRONGEST

inability incapacity incompetence ineptness lack weakness

STRONG

ignorance ineptitude want

WEAK

clumsiness impotence inadequacy inanity limitation paralysis stupidity

Example Sentences

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The expanding abilities of artificial intelligence sent one blue-chip company’s shares after another sharply lower.

From The Wall Street Journal

Their quick-ramp ability suits the highly variable power needs of data centers.

From The Wall Street Journal

Any shortage in fuel affects the ability of communities to fuel boats and feed themselves.

From Barron's

Their findings suggest the drug may protect the liver while also improving the body's ability to absorb nutrients after surgery.

From Science Daily

The ability to retire when you want is a luxury Americans aspire to — but might not be able to afford.

From MarketWatch