capable

/kˈe‍ɪpəbə‍l/

/ˈkeɪpəbəɫ/

[adjective]

capable

[ADJECTIVE]

having the required quality or ability for doing something

antonyms : incapable

possibly accepting or permitting

synonyms : open

subject

(followed by `of') having the temperament or inclination for

antonyms : incapable

having the requisite qualities for

synonyms : adequate to(p)

equal to(p)

up to(p)

have the skills and qualifications to do things well

synonyms : able

Examples

1. Dinoflagellates are capable of rapid movement due to their flagella.

2. The human brain is incredibly complex and capable of amazing things.

3. And in doing so, reveals that he is capable of giving the devil her due.

4. The library quickly withdrew the controversial novel from circulation after parents complained that there is no thief like a bad book, capable of corrupting even the most innocent of minds.

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