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Having the power, skill, or means to do something
He is able to lift heavy weights.
He has the strength to lift heavy weights.
The team was able to complete the project on time.
The team managed to finish the project within the deadline.
Often used with 'to' followed by a verb (e.g., 'able to run').
'Able' is often followed by 'to' and a verb to describe capability.
Use 'able' to describe someone's ability to do something, often with 'to' followed by a verb.
From Middle English 'able', from Old French 'able', from Latin 'habilis' (fit, proper).
Often used with 'to' to indicate ability (e.g., 'able to swim'). Can also be used without 'to' in some contexts (e.g., 'an able leader').