Capable meaning

What does “capable” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“capable” is an adjective with 5 meanings. Its most common meaning is: (usually followed by `of') having capacity or ability.

capable

(usually followed by `of') having capacity or ability
“capable of winning”
“capable of hard work”
Oppositesincapable
possibly accepting or permitting
“a passage capable of misinterpretation”
“open to interpretation”
Synonymsopen subject
(followed by `of') having the temperament or inclination for
“no one believed her capable of murder”
Oppositesincapable
having the requisite qualities for
“equal to the task”
“the work isn't up to the standard I require”
Synonymsadequate to equal to up to
have the skills and qualifications to do things well
“able teachers”
“a capable administrator”
Synonymsable

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University