BOB半岛

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        a·bil·i·ty

        ability

         
         
        pronunciation:
        bI lih ti
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        part of speech: noun
        inflections: abilities
        definition 1: the power to do something; the quality of being able.
        Most birds have the ability to fly.
        synonyms:
        capability, capacity, faculty, power
        antonyms:
        inability
        similar words:
        energy, facility, force, genius, intelligence, potential, qualification, reach, resource, strength, understanding, wit
        definition 2: skill or talent.
        She has much ability as an ice skater.
        synonyms:
        aptitude, flair, gift, knack, talent
        similar words:
        adeptness, dexterity, expertise, facility, inclination, instinct, qualification, reach, resource, skill
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