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enable

The word “enable” has 3 syllables: en-a-ble

It's pronounced as /ɪˈneɪ.bəl/

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In the thesaurus, “enable” has 41 synonyms and 28 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for enable along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for enable

Antonyms for enable

Meanings of enable

  • verb
    1. To make somebody able (to do, or to be, something); to give sufficient ability or power to do or to be; to give strength or ability to.
    2. To affirm; to make firm and strong.
    3. To qualify or approve for some role or position; to render sanction or authorization to; to confirm suitability for.
    4. To yield the opportunity or provide the possibility for something; to provide with means, opportunities, and the like.
    5. To imply or tacitly confer excuse for an action or a behavior.
    6. To put a circuit element into action by supplying a suitable input pulse.
    7. To activate, to make operational (especially of a function of an electronic or mechanical device).

Example Sentences

  • This new software will enable faster data processing.
  • Good communication skills enable better teamwork and collaboration.
  • The update will enable the feature on all compatible devices.
  • These tools enable users to customize their experience.
  • Education can enable people to improve their quality of life.

On this page you'll find 69 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to enable, such as: accredit, affirm, allow, approve, authorize, ban, bar.

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Related Words

qualify

take kindly to

make good

sanction

make it

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