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    ability
    /əˈbɪlɪti/

    noun

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  2. ABILITY definition: 1. the physical or mental power or skill needed to do something: 2. used to form nouns from…. Learn more.

  3. The meaning of ABILITY is the quality or state of being able; especially : physical, mental, or legal power to do something. How to use ability in a sentence.

  4. 1. possession of the qualities required to do something; necessary skill, competence, or power. the ability to cope with a problem. 2. considerable proficiency; natural capability. a person of ability. 3. (plural) special talents. Collins English Dictionary.

  5. Ability definition: power or capacity to do or act physically, mentally, legally, morally, financially, etc.. See examples of ABILITY used in a sentence.

  6. Ability is skill or talent. You might have the ability to blow bubbles, or sing in a falsetto, or dance the waltz. Or, just maybe, you have the ability to do all three things at once. Impressive!

  7. noun. abilities. The quality of being able to do something, especially the physical, mental, financial, or legal power to accomplish something. American Heritage. A being able; power to do (something physical or mental) Webster's New World. A skill, talent, or capacity. A student of many abilities. American Heritage. Skill, expertness, or talent.

  8. ability. noun [ C or U ] us / əˈbɪl.ə.t̬i / uk / əˈbɪl.ə.ti / Add to word list. B1. the physical or mental power or skill needed to do something: There's no doubting her ability. [ + to infinitive ] She had the ability to explain things clearly and concisely. She's a woman of considerable abilities.

  9. [uncountable, countable] a level of skill or intelligence. Their athletic ability is stunning. cognitive/intellectual/mental ability. A woman of her ability will easily find a job. Are you used to teaching students of mixed abilities? It's important to discover the natural abilities of each child.

  10. the physical or mental skill or qualities that you need to do something: athletic / academic ability. [ + to do sth ] He had the ability to explain things clearly. The report questions the technical ability of the staff. Opposite.

  11. 1. power or capacity to do or act physically, mentally, legally, morally, or financially. 2. competence based on natural skill, training, or other qualification. 3. abilities, talents; special skills or aptitudes.