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abil·i·ty
\əˈbiləd.ē, -ətē, -i\ noun
(-es)
Etymology: Middle English abilite suitability, aptitude, ability, from Middle French habilité, from Latin habilitat-, habilitas aptness, ability, from habilis fit, apt, skillful + itat-, -itas -ity — more at able
1. : the quality or state of being able : physical, mental, or legal power to perform : competence in doing : skill
< a writer's ability to interest readers >
2. : natural talent or acquired proficiency especially in a particular work or activity : aptitude — usually used in plural
< children whose abilities warrant higher education > |