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capable

The correct spelling is capable.

How to pronounce capable

/ˈkeɪpəbl̩/
adjective

IPA: /ˈkeɪpəbl̩/

Say it like: Cap-abl-e

The correct spelling is capable. Able and efficient; having the ability needed for a specific task; having the disposition to do something; permitting or being susceptible to something. For example: "As everyone knew, he was capable of violence when roused."

Usage Examples

As everyone knew, he was capable of violence when roused.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Able and efficient; having the ability needed for a specific task; having the disposition to do something; permitting or being susceptible to something.
  2. 2.Of sufficient capacity or size for holding, containing, receiving or taking in; accessible to. Construed with of, for or an infinitive.

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