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- DictionaryA·bil·i·ty/əˈbilədē/
noun
- 1. possession of the means or skill to do something: "the manager had lost his ability to motivate the players"
- 2. talent, skill, or proficiency in a particular area: "a man of exceptional ability"
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. I have children in my class of very mixed abilities (= different levels of skill or intelligence). a mixed-ability class. Synonyms.
Definitions of ability. noun. the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment. see more. noun. possession of the qualities (especially mental qualities) required to do something or get something done. synonyms: power. see more. Pronunciation.
2 days ago · 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.
B1. 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. inability. Compare. disability. Fewer examples. The children are grouped according to their ability.
[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.
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 man of ability. 3. ( plural) special talents. [C14: from Old French from Latin habilitās aptitude, handiness, from habilis able]
2 days ago · 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.
