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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For now, China looks better-placed than most of Asia as it can insulate from the price shock thanks to factors like sizable strategic reserves and the ability to fire up coal capacity if it needs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Concerns could arise regarding TBPN’s editorial neutrality and ability to attract interviews, given its staff will report to OpenAI.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

In the meantime, focus on building the ability to afford a similar property on your own.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

He said the band's ability to avoid leaks ahead of the release of the two EPs was impressive.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

The dictionary also says resilience can mean buoyancy, which is the ability to float.

From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga

ability

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