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1. General capacity to do something

The quality or state of being able to perform an action, complete a task, or achieve a particular result through having the necessary power or capacity.

1.1. Having the capacity to perform an action

The general power, capability, or potential to carry out an activity or accomplish something successfully.

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  • She demonstrated exceptional ability in problem-solving during the project.
  • Adaptability is a valuable ability in today's rapidly changing world.

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1.2. Being suitable or adequate for a purpose

The quality of having the necessary suitability, fitness, or adequacy to meet a particular requirement or fulfill a purpose.

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  • The candidate's ability to meet the job requirements was carefully evaluated.
  • The equipment's ability to operate under extreme conditions makes it suitable for the task.

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2. Legal capacity to act

The legally recognized power or authority of a person or entity to perform an action, exercise a right, or enter into a binding agreement.

2.1. Having legal authority or capacity

The legal competence or recognized power to make decisions, exercise rights, assume obligations, or perform legally effective actions.

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  • The court examined his legal ability to enter into the agreement.
  • A person must have the required legal capacity to make certain binding decisions.

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  • legal competence
  • jurisdiction
  • authorization
  • legal standing
  • capacity to contract
  • authority

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3. Physical power and strength

The physical power, strength, or bodily capacity required to perform movements, activities, or demanding tasks.

3.1. Physical strength and bodily capability

The strength, power, or physical capacity of the body to carry out movements and perform physically demanding activities.

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  • The athlete demonstrated exceptional physical ability during the competition.
  • Regular exercise can help older adults maintain their physical abilities.

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4. Financial capacity

The financial means or resources available to a person or organization to afford something, meet expenses, or fulfill financial obligations.

4.1. Having the financial means to pay

The availability of sufficient money, resources, or financial means to purchase goods, pay expenses, or meet monetary obligations.

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  • The company assessed its financial ability to undertake the expansion.
  • Families differ in their ability to pay for higher education.

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  • affordability
  • income
  • wealth
  • funds
  • purchasing power
  • financial resources

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5. Mental faculties and intellectual power

A distinctive mental power or faculty that enables a person to think, understand, reason, perceive, remember, or process information.

5.1. Cognitive and intellectual faculties

The mental powers that enable a person to understand information, exercise judgment, reason logically, remember, and solve problems.

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  • The assessment measures students' intellectual abilities and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective leadership requires the ability to understand complex situations and make sound decisions.

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6. Skill, competence, or talent

A developed or natural aptitude, skill, or proficiency that enables someone to perform a particular activity effectively.

6.1. Learned skills and proficiency

The practical knowledge, expertise, or acquired skill needed to perform a specific task or activity with competence.

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  • The teacher praised the student for his remarkable writing ability.
  • Her technical ability improved considerably after years of professional experience.

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6.2. Natural talent or aptitude

An inherent or distinctive talent, gift, or natural aptitude that makes someone particularly capable of performing a certain activity.

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  • She has a natural ability for learning new languages.
  • His musical ability became apparent at an early age.

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