1
as in qualification
a skill, an ability, or knowledge that makes a person able to do a particular job
the nature of the tasks to which you are assigned will depend on your capabilities
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as in ability
the physical or mental power to do something
the natural capability some people seem to have for teaching
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as in possibility
something that can develop or become actual
there are great capabilities in the property, either as a bed-and-breakfast or as a private home
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Recent Examples of capability
Most companies have not built the capabilities required to convert cultural relevance into durable economic value.
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Christopher Vollmer, Fortune, 9 Feb. 2026
During an earnings call with analysts, management defended the company's market position and highlighted new AI capabilities being implemented, such as agents and a vibe feature, to improve conversion and engagement.
—Samantha Subin, CNBC, 9 Feb. 2026
Appalachian Ski Mountain is known for its snow-making capabilities, so there’s always 100 percent coverage—even at the beginning and end of the season.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Plus Russia has been expanding its drone capabilities in the war against Ukraine – a war keenly supported by Panov.
—Harriet Marsden, TheWeek, 8 Feb. 2026
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Christopher Vollmer, Fortune, 9 Feb. 2026
During an earnings call with analysts, management defended the company's market position and highlighted new AI capabilities being implemented, such as agents and a vibe feature, to improve conversion and engagement.
—Samantha Subin, CNBC, 9 Feb. 2026
Appalachian Ski Mountain is known for its snow-making capabilities, so there’s always 100 percent coverage—even at the beginning and end of the season.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Plus Russia has been expanding its drone capabilities in the war against Ukraine – a war keenly supported by Panov.
—Harriet Marsden, TheWeek, 8 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for capability
Noun
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The remaining eight teams will play a qualification playoff round to advance to the quarterfinal followed by the semifinals and the medal games.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
10 Feb. 2026
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Here at the Milano Figure Skating Arena, men’s figure skating single’s qualification will kick off in a few minutes.—
Sean Nevin,
NBC news,
10 Feb. 2026
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In September, audio emerged of Canada’s Minister of Public Safety Gary Anandasangaree, the official responsible for implementing the legislation, questioning the ability of police departments to enforce the buyback.—
Max Saltman,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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My work in the Texas Legislature and a Dallas Councilmember equips me with the understanding of how government works and the ability to deliver to my constituents.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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How come this outcome or set of outcomes occurred, as opposed to any other possibility?—
Big Think,
Big Think,
10 Feb. 2026
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There’s a possibility that Takaichi is going to move very aggressively.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
10 Feb. 2026
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Ballet training is all about developing individual expertise.—
David Lyman,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
5 Feb. 2026
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Even Ursula and Sasha rely on men for their escape, accepting that whoever has the correct experience and expertise should lead the way.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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To degrade what's left of Iran's nuclear program and missile-making capacity?—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
10 Feb. 2026
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Heirs had raised $750 million from the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in December to finance the expansion of its own oil producing facility to 100,000 barrels per day within five years, more than doubling the asset’s capacity when it was bought from Shell in 2021.—
Alexander Onukwue,
semafor.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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Most people at the meeting, held over Microsoft Teams, expressed excitement at the potential for conservation in an area stretching from Will Rogers State Beach to Torrance, plus 200 yards inland.—
Susanne Rust
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Feb. 2026
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But potential alone does not pay the bills, lower energy costs or create opportunity.—
Steve Hershey,
Baltimore Sun,
11 Feb. 2026
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For all the talent on Seattle’s defense, a single superstar didn’t dominate the game.—
Jerry Brewer,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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Her hard work and talent were recently recognized on a statewide level, as she was named a Fastpitch All-Stater.—
Darla Rivera,
Oklahoman,
9 Feb. 2026
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That lineup did a great job of preparing, did a great job of laying off stuff in the dirt.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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Part of what makes Nightborn both stomach-churning and thought-provoking is how all the crazy stuff happening is just a slightly — okay, substantially — exaggerated version of the reality so many first-time parents face.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Feb. 2026
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“Capability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/capability. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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