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capacity
noun
1 the capacity of the freezer is 1.1 cubic feet:
volume, cubic measure;
size, dimensions, measurements, magnitude, proportions, amplitude;
room, space;
extent, range, scope, compass.
2 his capacity to inspire trust in others | the task was beyond my intellectual capacities:
ability, power, potential, potentiality;
competence, competency, proficiency, accomplishment, adeptness, aptitude, aptness, faculty, skill, skilfulness, talent, flair;
cleverness, intelligence;
gift, strong point, forte, knack;
experience;
informal know-how.
antonyms inability.
3 in his capacity as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces:
position, post, job, office, appointment;
role, function.
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