verb

habilitate

Habilitate (verb) means to enable one to function in a given manner; to make one capable of performing a given function or of conducting something; to make one fit to fulfill a given purpose or competent to act within a particular role.

verb

To enable one to function in a given manner; to make one capable of performing a given function or of conducting something; to make one fit to fulfill a given purpose or competent to act within a particular role.

To qualify oneself, through a demonstration of ability, to function in a certain capacity or to act within a certain role.

In European institutions of higher education, to qualify as an instructor or professor, usually by defending a dissertation or similar project.

To supply money to work a mine.

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Etymology

Borrowed from Late Latin habilitātus, past participle of habilitāre (“to enable”).

Rhymes for habilitate

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of habilitate?

"habilitate" (verb) means to enable one to function in a given manner; to make one capable of performing a given function or of conducting something; to make one fit to fulfill a given purpose or competent to act within a particular role.

What are the different meanings of habilitate?

"habilitate" has 3 main meanings: 1. To enable one to function in a given manner; to make one capable of performing a given function or of conducting something; to make one fit to fulfill a given purpose or competent to act within a particular role; 2. To qualify oneself, through a demonstration of ability, to function in a certain capacity or to act within a certain role; 3. In European institutions of higher education, to qualify as an instructor or professor, usually by defending a dissertation or similar project.