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Synonyms & Similar Words
capabilities
talents
skills
gifts
aptitudes
faculties
potentials
powers
faculties
endowments
attributes
qualities
strengths
competencies
proficiencies
expertise
knacks
flairs
inclinations
bent
predispositions
propensities
tendencies
dispositions
abilities
capacities
dexterities
adroitness
cleverness
ingenuity
cunning
resourcefulness
quickness
sharpness
acuteness
keenness
brilliance
genius
intelligence
aptness
fitness
suitability
adequacy
effectiveness
efficiency
potency
puissance.
Meaning of Abilities
The primary meaning of the word "Abilities" refers to the possession of the means or skill to do something.
Definitions
- The definition of "Abilities" according to Oxford Languages is the possession of the means or skill to do something, or a natural aptitude or talent.
- It can also refer to a person's physical or mental power to do something, or a particular skill or talent that someone has.
Etymology of Abilities
The word "Abilities" originates from the Old French word "habilité", which is derived from the Latin word "habilitas", meaning "fitness, suitability, or capacity".
Historically, the term has been used to describe a person's inherent qualities, skills, or talents that enable them to perform specific tasks or functions.
Example Uses
- The company is looking for candidates with excellent communication abilities.
- Her abilities as a musician were evident from a young age.
- The new employee's abilities and experience make him an ideal fit for the role.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
inabilities
disabilities
weaknesses
inadequacies
ineptness
incompetence
incapacity
powerlessness
helplessness
feebleness
frailty
impotence
ineffectiveness
inefficiency
clumsiness
awkwardness
ineptitude
inaptitude
unfitness
unsuitability
incompetence
insufficiency
limitedness
restriction
constraint
hindrance
obstruction
impediment
drawback.