1
as in qualification
a skill, an ability, or knowledge that makes a person able to do a particular job
the nature of the tasks to which you are assigned will depend on your capabilities
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as in ability
the physical or mental power to do something
the natural capability some people seem to have for teaching
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as in possibility
something that can develop or become actual
there are great capabilities in the property, either as a bed-and-breakfast or as a private home
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Recent Examples of capability
This collective progress is pushing AI capabilities forward at an unprecedented rate.
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Sam Sammane, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
In this context, IBM plans to further enhance AI capabilities for the Z platform while continuing to integrate it with hybrid cloud environments — and to explore quantum computing.
—Melody Brue, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
To support the adoption of these AI capabilities on the mainframe, IBM is actively developing and offering upskilling and training programs as well as strategic partnerships.
—Melody Brue, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Research by Harvard Business Publishing has identified key leadership capabilities required during challenging times, highlighting that successful approaches balance operational necessities with genuine human connection.
—Kara Dennison, Sphr, Cprw, Ec, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Sam Sammane, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
In this context, IBM plans to further enhance AI capabilities for the Z platform while continuing to integrate it with hybrid cloud environments — and to explore quantum computing.
—Melody Brue, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
To support the adoption of these AI capabilities on the mainframe, IBM is actively developing and offering upskilling and training programs as well as strategic partnerships.
—Melody Brue, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Research by Harvard Business Publishing has identified key leadership capabilities required during challenging times, highlighting that successful approaches balance operational necessities with genuine human connection.
—Kara Dennison, Sphr, Cprw, Ec, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for capability
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At the core of Villanueva’s challenge was the argument that how Kansas seats jurors in death penalty cases – a process called death qualification – skews capital trials.—
Jonathan Shorman,
Kansas City Star,
17 Apr. 2025
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Led by perfect ten machine Helen Hu, the Tigers’ qualification to Fort Worth marks just their fourth in program history.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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Hunter’s defense, ball handling ability and 3-point shooting shined in March Madness and her inclusion in the starting five also brought out the best in Van Lith.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Apr. 2025
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Additionally, oats have been shown to lower blood sugar levels—especially in people with obesity or who have type 2 diabetes—thanks to good ol’ beta-glucan’s ability to slow the emptying of the stomach.—
Philipp Wehsack,
Vogue,
17 Apr. 2025
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Its landscapes don’t offer guarantees, but rather the tantalizing tease of possibility.—
Chris Schalkx,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Mar. 2025
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There is hope of working with his camp to find a new club — a move to a league like Saudi Arabia’s is not the only option and finding a team in Europe could be a possibility.—
Jordan Campbell,
The Athletic,
16 Mar. 2025
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With a diverse and distinct portfolio that delivers disinfection services intertwined with comfort for family members who have recently lost a loved one, the company bolsters client confidence and trust with its support and expertise.—
William Mullane,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Pagel’s expertise, however, stretches far beyond the four Gospels that, by the start of the fifth century, had become the official canon.—
Eliza Griswold,
New Yorker,
19 Apr. 2025
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By creating programs that reduce or eliminate development fees, nonprofit organizations will have increased capacity to build more.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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The same is generally true for memory capacity, too.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
19 Apr. 2025
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But if Game 1 is any indication, this has the potential to be a short one.—
Julian McKenzie,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2025
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As Fort Worth continues to grow, this area has the potential to become a vibrant hub in the heart of the city—accessible, scenic, and community-focused.—
Kate Marijolovic,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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And while there’s some individual talent throughout the roster, the team hasn’t won anything with this core.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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Nonetheless, because of her intelligence, her artistic talent, and her drive, Yuskavage won scholarships to the Tyler School of Art and Architecture at Temple University in Philadelphia and then to Yale University’s School of Art.—
Tom Teicholz,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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The shoe thing can be especially frustrating because finding a place on the far side of the security to sit down with all your stuff and re-tie your shoes isn’t always easy.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2025
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Everybody's talkin' all this stuff about Britney Spears.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Capability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/capability. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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