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- pronunciation:
- keI
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- features:
- Word Parts
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
When you are capable, you have the skills to do something well. A capable mechanic is someone who can fix a car well. A capable teacher is good at helping students learn.
My mom says our dentist is very capable. I'm glad he's a good dentist, but I still don't like him!- synonyms:
- able, good
- similar words:
- clever, effective, skillful, smart
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| definition 2: |
If you are capable of doing something, you are able to do that particular thing because you have the kind of mind or body that lets you do it.
My grandfather is very old, but he is still capable of taking care of himself.My mom says I am capable of getting good grades. I just have to do my homework every night.- synonyms:
- able
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| related words: |
expert |
| derivation: |
capably (adv.) |
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