ABILITY

Meaning

Suitableness.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English

First attested in the 1300s. From Middle English abilite (“suitability, aptitude, ability”), from Old French ableté, from Latin habilitās (“aptness, ability”), from habilis (“apt, fit, skillful, able”); equivalent to able + -ity.

Synonyms & Antonyms

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 5 recorded puzzles:

• 2025-08-24BATLIRY
• 2025-08-09IAXLBTY
• 2025-06-09BAYTHIL
• 2025-02-24TYANLBI
• 2023-01-26IYAVLBT