capability

noun

ca·​pa·​bil·​i·​ty ˌkā-pə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

plural capabilities

1

: the quality or state of being capable

also : ability

The mayor has demonstrated his capability to handle municipal problems.

2

: a feature or faculty capable of development : potentiality

This vacant urban district has great capabilities.

3

: the facility or potential for an indicated use or deployment

the capability of a metal to be fused

nuclear capability

Synonyms

• credentials
• goods
• qualification
• stuff

Examples of capability in a Sentence

The device has the capability of recording two television channels at once.

the nature of the tasks to which you are assigned will depend on your capabilities

Recent Examples on the Web

The team is currently working on creating an improved coating that can reduce FOG deposits in sewers by enhancing both its self-healing capabilities and mechanical strength. —Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 13 Nov. 2024

The new upload capabilities are available on Generative AI by Getty Images and Generative AI by iStock. —Kate Irwin, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024

The company remains committed to navigating these challenges by leveraging its AI capabilities and strategic partnerships to drive growth and improve financial performance. —Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024

If something sounds too good to be true, take a pass and stick to what’s realistic and within your budget and capabilities. —Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

see capable

First Known Use

1587, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing capability

• nuclear capability