capability

Meanings

• noun

  The ability to perform functions or tasks, especially when involving complex equipment: a ship's capability.

  - "The capability of a modern computer is far greater than that of a calculator."
  - "The aircraft's capability to fly at high altitudes is impressive."

• noun

  A power or ability: the capability of the human mind.

  - "The capability of the human mind to learn new things is remarkable."
  - "His capability to speak multiple languages is impressive."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with capability
ability , capability , reability , viability

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Variants

List of all variants of capability that leads to same result
capabilities , capability , nuclear capability

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Etymology

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From Old French 'capacite', from Latin 'capax' meaning 'able to hold, contain'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'capability' is often used in the context of software development and testing.

2. Capability Brown was a famous 18th-century English landscape architect.

3. The term 'capability' is derived from the Latin word 'capax', meaning 'able to hold' or 'contain'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Functionality: Refers to the ability of a system or device to perform its intended functions.

2. Performance: The degree to which a system or device delivers the desired outputs under given conditions.

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Culture

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Capability has been used extensively in literature, particularly in the context of human potential and the limits of technology. It is a central theme in works such as Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein', where the creature's capability for emotion and humanity is explored.

How to Memorize "capability"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a container filled with various abilities or functions.
   - Visualize the word 'capability' written out in your mind.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'capability' with the word 'potential'.
   - Think of the word 'capability' as meaning 'power' or 'ability'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each definition: C - Capability as Container, P - Potential Power.
   - Create a mnemonic using a memorable phrase, such as 'Capability: The Power to Perform'.

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