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Meaning of ably in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Adverb
    1. Definitions
  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈeɪbli/

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  1. Adverb

    ably

    Definitions

    1. in a competent capable manner

    Examples

    • « they worked competently »

    Antonyms

    • incompetently
    • displaying incompetence

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  • « One can always come up with funny lists and jokes. You know what? I take it back. Not everyone can always come up with funny lists and some jokes. I'm very lucky to have a gift where I can do that pretty ably. »
    John Hodgman

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