as in suitable
having the required skills for an acceptable level of performance
a capable and efficient editor
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Recent Examples of capable
If the acting isn’t capable of conveying the language, then people are going to disconnect.
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Jeanne Rawdin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2025
Jones and Bergen imagine a greater cultural emphasis on authentic human interaction, spurred by the ubiquity of capable AI counterparts.
—The Physics Arxiv Blog, Discover Magazine, 11 Apr. 2025
There are plenty of defensive tackles beyond the top 100 who are capable starters, as well.
—Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Gallup and Osborn may battle for one spot with the Commanders eventually adding a receiver capable of returning punts.
—Ben Standig, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
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Jeanne Rawdin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2025
Jones and Bergen imagine a greater cultural emphasis on authentic human interaction, spurred by the ubiquity of capable AI counterparts.
—The Physics Arxiv Blog, Discover Magazine, 11 Apr. 2025
There are plenty of defensive tackles beyond the top 100 who are capable starters, as well.
—Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Gallup and Osborn may battle for one spot with the Commanders eventually adding a receiver capable of returning punts.
—Ben Standig, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for capable
Adjective
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Quicklime, on the other hand, is not suitable for use in garden soils due to safety issues.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2025
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This content is not, nor is intended to be, trading or investment advice or a recommendation that any investment product or strategy is suitable for any person.—
JJ Kinahan,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The United States thrives on innovation, diversity, and qualified people to advance its economic engine.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2025
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Despite being just as qualified as their male counterparts, women are significantly less likely to compete at work—whether that means applying for executive roles, asking for promotions, or negotiating higher pay.—
Maggie McGrath,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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As for next year, a lot's on the players, but there's just as much riding on what our dubiously competent GM does over the summer.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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But the film has no time for matinee idols or Hollywood heroism, casting them as highly competent cogs in a machine that prizes teamwork over individual valor.—
Thomas Page,
CNN Money,
8 Apr. 2025
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If Puerto Rico is able to participate and submit to the Oscars, that has a huge impact on distribution.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Mar. 2025
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But Ukraine should be able to cope—with bombs whose guidance systems are self-contained.—
David Axe,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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“Capable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/capable. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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