CAPABLENESS Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

capableness

noun

Definition of capableness

as in ability

the physical or mental power to do something the very capableness of such a young child to commit a criminal act of any kind is questionable

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Noun

Derived from a Central African shrub, the drug's ability to reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings were uncovered by accident, when Howard Lotsof, a 19-year old addicted to heroin, tried ibogaine out of curiosity in 1962.

— Gavin Escott, USA Today, 6 July 2026
The Warriors will likely ask Lendeborg to defend multiple positions during the regular season, and those block were an encouraging sign of his ability to do just that.

— Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 6 July 2026

Definition of ability

Noun

Since the stadium was adjusted, reducing the capacity, raising prices and adding suites, the atmosphere has become a little less intimidating.

— Adam Crafton, New York Times, 4 July 2026
State leaders pointed to existing defense assets, manufacturing capacity, and workforce as key factors in attracting the company.

— Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 4 July 2026

Definition of capacity

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Apple Intelligence and Siri AI capabilities will require specific hardware, effectively compelling users with older devices to upgrade for the full experience.

— Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
National plans envisage developing the capability to design, build and eventually export indigenous submarines during the 2040s.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 4 July 2026

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