as in suitable
having the required skills for an acceptable level of performance
a capable and efficient editor
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Recent Examples of capable
CIRs can generate shock waves similar to those produced by coronal mass ejections (CMEs) and are capable of triggering geomagnetic storms and amplifying space weather effects.
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Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 12 June 2025
There is a very good reason Xiaomi wants to make sure owners are capable of handling all that power before taking the EV out on their next track day.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 12 June 2025
The Philippines, a mutual defense treaty ally of the United States, said that an American missile system capable of sinking warships will remain in the country for training purposes.
—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 June 2025
For many, this process leads to an enhanced sense of empowerment—feeling more connected to one’s authentic self, and more capable of navigating life’s challenges.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 1 June 2025
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Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 12 June 2025
There is a very good reason Xiaomi wants to make sure owners are capable of handling all that power before taking the EV out on their next track day.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 12 June 2025
The Philippines, a mutual defense treaty ally of the United States, said that an American missile system capable of sinking warships will remain in the country for training purposes.
—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 June 2025
For many, this process leads to an enhanced sense of empowerment—feeling more connected to one’s authentic self, and more capable of navigating life’s challenges.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 1 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for capable
Adjective
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Investments in securities entail risk and are not suitable for all investors.—
Andrew Rosen,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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Housing advocates have cautioned that federal land is not universally suitable for affordable housing.—
Matthew Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2025
Adjective
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The team – currently ranked 57th in the world – also qualified for the Olympic Games for the first time in 2024, claiming one of Asia’s three berths.—
Hassan Tayir,
CNN Money,
6 June 2025
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The last time Norway qualified for the World Cup was back in 1998, but the team also has rarely had a player like Erling Haaland, who is the all-time leading goal scorer for the team despite only beginning his national team career in 2019.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Whether the indictment is solid or not, Abrego García will now have competent legal defense and will be before independent judges.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
8 June 2025
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That frees up the DH spot for Jorge Soler, who has done a competent job in right but is best suited to have limited exposure in the outfield.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Now, each school will be able to make payments to athletes for use of their name, image and likeness (NIL).—
Eddie Pells,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 June 2025
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Mysterio was able to get the win quickly after a brief distraction from Liv Morgan allowed Mysterio to trip Octagon Jr. on the top rope, hit a frog splash and get the win.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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“Capable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/capable. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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