Able
/ΛeΙͺ.blΜ©/
The meaning and definition of Able, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.
Definition
adjective
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Free from constraints preventing completion of task; permitted to; not prevented from.
βIβll see you as soon as Iβm able.β
-
Gifted with skill, intelligence, knowledge, or competence.
βThe chairman was also an able sailor.β
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Origin
From Middle English ablen, from Middle English able.
Source: Etymological Wordnet (CC BY-SA 3.0)
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