capable

Meanings

• Adjective

  Having the ability to perform or achieve something.

• Adjective

  Able to be relied on; trustworthy.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈkeɪpəbl̩/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

incapable

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with capable
able , table , stable , grapple , mapple , rubble

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Variants

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capable , capableness , capablenesses , capabler , capablest , capably , capable de tout

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Forms

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capably, capableness, more capable, most capable

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Etymology

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From Old French capablé, from cap, head + able.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'capable' comes from the Latin word 'capax', which means 'able to contain'.

2. In medieval Europe, a 'capable man' was someone who was able to read and write, and was therefore considered to be educated.

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Related Concepts

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1. Competence: The possession of the necessary skills, knowledge, or qualifications to perform a task or function effectively.

2. Proficiency: A high level of skill or expertise in a particular area.

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Culture

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Capable is often used to describe people who have the skills, knowledge, and resources to accomplish a task. In literature, the term 'capable' is used to describe characters who are competent and trustworthy. For example, in Shakespeare's Hamlet, the character Polonius is described as a 'capable' man.

How to Memorize "capable"

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2. associate
   

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Capable Cat Always Performs Brilliantly' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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