Capabilities: meaning, definitions and examples

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capabilities

 

[ ˌkeɪpəˈbɪlɪtiz ]

Context #1

in technology

The power or ability to do something; the extent of someone's or something's ability.

Synonyms

ability, capacity, potential

Examples of usage

  • Her capabilities as a programmer are impressive.
  • The new software has enhanced the capabilities of our system.
  • The robot's capabilities include advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning.
Context #2

in a professional setting

The range of things that a person or organization can do well.

Synonyms

competencies, expertise, skills

Examples of usage

  • The company's marketing capabilities have led to increased sales.
  • His leadership capabilities have been recognized by his colleagues.
  • We need to assess our team's capabilities before taking on this project.
Context #3

in a military context

The potential of a military force to achieve a particular objective or mission.

Synonyms

capacity, firepower, strength

Examples of usage

  • The army's capabilities were put to the test during the conflict.
  • The country's defense capabilities are a top priority for national security.
  • Our navy has developed new capabilities for maritime operations.

Translations

Translations of the word "capabilities" in other languages:

🇵🇹 capacidades

🇮🇳 क्षमताएं

🇩🇪 Fähigkeiten

🇮🇩 kemampuan

🇺🇦 здібності

🇵🇱 zdolności

🇯🇵 能力

🇫🇷 capacités

🇪🇸 capacidades

🇹🇷 yetenekler

🇰🇷 능력

🇸🇦 قدرات

🇨🇿 schopnosti

🇸🇰 schopnosti

🇨🇳 能力

🇸🇮 sposobnosti

🇮🇸 hæfileikar

🇰🇿 қабілеттер

🇬🇪 უნარები

🇦🇿 bacarıqlar

🇲🇽 capacidades

Word origin

The word 'capabilities' is derived from the Middle English term 'capabilite', which originated from the Latin word 'capabilis', meaning 'able to hold or contain'. Over time, the meaning of 'capabilities' has evolved to encompass a wide range of abilities, skills, and potentials across various contexts.

See also: capability, capably, incapable.