Abled

/ˈeɪ.bl̩.d/

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Definitions

1

Having the skills or qualifications.

/ˈeɪ.bl̩.d/

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Having the necessary skills or qualifications.

He was an abled candidate for the job.

More Examples

2

Being abled in music allowed her to compose her own songs.

3

They were abled workers who knew exactly what to do.

How It's Used

General

"She was abled to complete the task efficiently due to her extensive experience."

From Old English 'ge-efenned' meaning 'having been furnished or equipped'.

First used in the late 15th century to describe someone who has the necessary skills or qualifications.

Memory tip

Imagine someone having all the required tools and resources to finish a task.

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Usage

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