ably
/'eibli/
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Definition
Adverb 1. With competence; in a competent or capable manner: Performing a task skillfully and effectively. - She managed the project ably. - He ably demonstrated the new software.
Usage
The adverb "ably" is used to describe how an action is performed. It indicates that the action was done with skill, competence, or capability. It typically modifies a verb.
Examples
- The lawyer ably defended her client in court.
- Despite the difficult conditions, the team ably completed the rescue mission.
- The new assistant ably handled all the incoming calls and emails.
Advanced Usage
- "More ably" / "Most ably": Used for comparative and superlative forms.
- Of all the candidates, she presented her ideas most ably.
- To stand in ably for someone: To substitute or replace someone competently. (Note: This is a less common phrasal construction).
- While the manager was ill, her deputy stood in ably for her.
Variants and Related Words
- Able (adjective): Having the power, skill, or means to do something.
- She is an able leader.
- Ability (noun): The possession of the means or skill to do something.
- He has the ability to solve complex problems.
- Capably (adverb): A close synonym, meaning in a capable manner.
- She capably led the discussion.
Synonyms
- Competently
- Skillfully
- Capably
- Efficiently
- Adroitly
Antonyms
- Incompetently
- Poorly
- Ineptly
- Clumsily
Related Phrases and Idioms
- To perform ably: To carry out a task with skill.
- The veteran pilot performed ably during the emergency.
- To argue a case ably: To present arguments in a competent, persuasive manner (often legal context).
- The junior attorney argued the case ably before the judge.
Adverb
- with competence; in a competent capable manner
- they worked competently