capability
noun
ca·pa·bil·i·ty
ˌkā-pə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
plural capabilities
1
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
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
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In 2025, CMOs and agency executives will reconcile full-funnel, full-service capabilities with deep expertise in various disciplines and channels.
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Forrester, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
Called Flagship Suites, the new product will feature upgrades like privacy doors, wireless charging, Bluetooth capability, multiple storage areas, and a seat with a chaise lounge mode (as well as a standard lie-flat bed option, too).
—Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Nov. 2024
The text of the bill also commits the U.S. to help in modernizing Ukraine’s security capabilities, strengthening joint military relationships, prioritizing excess U.S. defense article transfers to Ukraine and fast-tracking foreign military financing sales to Ukraine.
—Laura Kelly, The Hill, 21 Nov. 2024
Nuclear weapons could also be used in a number of other scenarios, including if the Russian government receives intelligence about a missile, drone, or air attack on its territory, or if an attack compromises Russia's strategic military capabilities.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
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Forrester, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
Called Flagship Suites, the new product will feature upgrades like privacy doors, wireless charging, Bluetooth capability, multiple storage areas, and a seat with a chaise lounge mode (as well as a standard lie-flat bed option, too).
—Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Nov. 2024
The text of the bill also commits the U.S. to help in modernizing Ukraine’s security capabilities, strengthening joint military relationships, prioritizing excess U.S. defense article transfers to Ukraine and fast-tracking foreign military financing sales to Ukraine.
—Laura Kelly, The Hill, 21 Nov. 2024
Nuclear weapons could also be used in a number of other scenarios, including if the Russian government receives intelligence about a missile, drone, or air attack on its territory, or if an attack compromises Russia's strategic military capabilities.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 21 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for capability
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“Capability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/capability. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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