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ABILITY

(noun)

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There are 2 meanings of the word Ability.

How to pronounce ability:

US

Ability - as a noun

The quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
quality19
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
inability14

Possession of the qualities (especially mental qualities) required to do something or get something done

Example: "Danger heightened his powers of discrimination"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
power10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cognition12knowledge18noesis6
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
inability14

Example Sentences

"He has the ability to speak multiple languages."
"She has shown great ability in playing the piano."
"His athletic ability helped him win the race."
"The new software has improved the ability to process data efficiently."
"The superhero has the ability to fly at incredible speeds."
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Word Game Points

Is ABILITY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ability is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ABILITY has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is ABILITY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ability is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ABILITY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is ABILITY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ability is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ABILITY has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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