ικανός — meaning in English

English meaning

• able adj Having the power, skill, resources, or opportunity to do something.
• capable adj Having the skill, ability, or qualities needed to do something well.
• fit adj Physically healthy and in good shape.
• healthy adj In good physical or mental condition; free from illness.

Senses

ικανός is used for these senses in English:

• able Gifted with skill, intelligence, knowledge, or competence. [First attested in the mid 16th century.]
• capable Able and efficient; having the ability needed for a specific task; having the disposition to do something; permitting or being susceptible to something.
• fit Adapted to a purpose or environment.
• healthy (figuratively) Significant, hefty; beneficial.

able — full definition

1. adj Having the power, skill, resources, or opportunity to do something.
2. adj Skilled or competent.

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