Ability

US /əˈbɪlɪti/

UK /ə'bɪlətɪ/

A2

other

  • The power or capacity to do something.
  • A particular skill or talent.

other

  • The power or capacity to do something.

other

  • The power or capacity to do something.
  • Competence in an activity or occupation because of one's skill, training, or other qualification.
  • The legal power to do something.
  • The potential to do or achieve something.
  • The means or resources to accomplish something.
  • The resources needed to do something.
  • Natural talent or skill.

other

  • An inherent power or talent.
  • The legal power or capacity to do something.
  • The legal power to perform an action.
  • The potential to do or become something.
  • The resources to do something.
  • Resourcefulness; the capacity to cope with difficulties.
  • Skill or proficiency in a particular area.

noun

  • The power, resources or skill to do something

Examples

I seem to have lost my ability to attract clients.

It is much more difficult to teach a mixed-ability class.