Abilities
/əˈbɪlɪtiz/
nounIntermediateVery CommonGeneral
Meaning
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Definitions
1
the power or skill to do something
/əˈbɪlɪti/
nounneutralIntermediate
General
possession of the qualities needed to do something
She has excellent problem-solving abilities.
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2
His leadership abilities are undeniable.
How It's Used
General
"His leadership abilities are undeniable."
From Old French abilite, from Latin habilitas ‘aptitude, skill’, from habilis ‘easily managed, fit, skillful’, from habēre ‘to hold’.
Historically, the word has been used to describe personal qualities that enable someone to perform tasks effectively.
Memory tip
Abilities are your capabilities or skills.
Practice
Base: ability
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