capability
/keɪpəˈbɪləti/
Meanings
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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."
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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."
Rhymes
Words rhyming with capabilityability , capability , reability , viability
Variants
List of all variants of capability that leads to same resultcapabilities , capability , nuclear capability
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From Old French 'capacite', from Latin 'capax' meaning 'able to hold, contain'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The term 'capability' is often used in the context of software development and testing.
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Capability Brown was a famous 18th-century English landscape architect.
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The term 'capability' is derived from the Latin word 'capax', meaning 'able to hold' or 'contain'.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Functionality: Refers to the ability of a system or device to perform its intended functions.
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Performance: The degree to which a system or device delivers the desired outputs under given conditions.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.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"
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visualize
- Imagine a container filled with various abilities or functions.
- Visualize the word 'capability' written out in your mind. -
associate
- Associate the word 'capability' with the word 'potential'.
- Think of the word 'capability' as meaning 'power' or 'ability'. -
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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