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enables

The word “enables” has 3 syllables: en-a-bles

It's pronounced as /ɪˈneɪ.bəlz/

What is synonym and antonym for enables?

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

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

Synonyms for enables

Antonyms for enables

  • bans
  • bars
  • blocks
  • constrains
  • denies
  • disallows
  • disbars
  • discourages
  • disenfranchises
  • disfranchises
  • disqualifies
  • enjoins
  • excludes
  • forbids
  • hinders
  • holds back
  • impedes
  • inhibits
  • interdicts
  • obstructs
  • outlaws
  • precludes
  • prevents
  • prohibits
  • proscribes
  • shuts out
  • stops
  • vetoes

Meanings of enables

  • 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

  • The new app enables users to track their fitness goals easily.
  • This technology enables faster communication across the globe.
  • A strong password enables better protection against hackers.
  • The program enables students to learn at their own pace.
  • Cloud storage enables access to files from any device.

On this page you'll find 69 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to enables, such as: accredits, affirms, allows, approves, authorizes, bans, bars.

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Related Words

qualifies

sanctions

warrants

accredits

okays

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