capability

[key-puh-bil-i-tee] /ˌkeɪ pəˈbɪl ɪ ti/
noun, plural capabilities.
1.
the quality of being capable; capacity; ability:
His capability was unquestionable.
2.
the ability to undergo or be affected by a given treatment or action:
the capability of glass in resisting heat.
3.
Usually, capabilities. qualities, abilities, features, etc., that can be used or developed; potential:
Though dilapidated, the house has great capabilities.
Origin
1580-90; (< Middle French capabilité) < Late Latin capābili(s) capable + -ty2
Related forms
overcapability, noun, plural overcapabilities.
supercapability, noun, plural supercapabilities.
Examples from the web for capabilities
  • Underestimating your enemies ability and overestimating your own capabilities usually leads to disaster and defeat.
  • Beyond these speculations, however, open source materials do not reflect a consensus over technical capabilities and performance.
  • Chrome's mobile browser is as speedy as its desktop counterpart, but incorporates syncing capabilities too.
  • The rosy periwinkle is an ordinary plant with extraordinary capabilities.
  • Familiarize yourself with your printer's capabilities and options.
  • Each of these systems has different capabilities and limitations.
  • Ants are common insects, but they have some unique capabilities.
  • Ask them to illustrate their timelines with sketches of the vehicles and descriptions of their capabilities and limitations.
  • Ascertain your water heater's capabilities, and check that the temperature isn't set higher than necessary.
  • They are a close relative of the great white shark and one of the few sharks with warm-blooded capabilities.
British Dictionary definitions for capabilities

capability

/ˌkeɪpəˈbɪlɪtɪ/
noun (pl) -ties
1.
the quality of being capable; ability
2.
the quality of being susceptible to the use or treatment indicated: the capability of a metal to be fused
3.
(usually pl) a characteristic that may be developed; potential aptitude
Word Origin and History for capabilities

capability

n.

1580s, from capable + -ity. Capabilities "undeveloped faculty or property" is attested from 1778.