adjective
(usually followed by `of') having capacity or ability
Examples
- capable of winning
- capable of hard work
- capable of walking on two feet
adjective
possibly accepting or permitting
Synonyms
Examples
- a passage capable of misinterpretation
- open to interpretation
- an issue open to question
- the time is fixed by the director and players and therefore subject to much variation
adjective
(followed by `of') having the temperament or inclination for
Examples
- no one believed her capable of murder
adjective
having the requisite qualities for
Synonyms
adequate to(p)
equal to(p)
up to(p)
Examples
- equal to the task
- the work isn't up to the standard I require
adjective
have the skills and qualifications to do things well
Synonyms
Examples
- able teachers
- a capable administrator
- children as young as 14 can be extremely capable and dependable