capability

3 definitions • 7 examples

the ability to do something:

capability to With the new machines we finally have the capability (= power) to do the job properly.

have the capability The university has the capability to monitor for excess energy use.

beyond the capability of These tests are beyond the capability of an average twelve-year-old.

the number of weapons, soldiers, etc. a country has to fight a war:

nuclear capability Several countries are trying to develop a nuclear capability.

the ability or power to do something:

manufacturing/marketing/technological capability Firms with stronger technological capability are more likely to realize e-commerce value.

the capability to do sth They have the capability to double their exports.

within/beyond sb's/sth's capabilities Many retailers are struggling because they expanded beyond their capabilities.