Capable
Capable adjective - Having the required skills for an acceptable level of performance.
Knowing and capable are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Knowing" instead an adjective "Capable".
Nearby Words: capability, capably
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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Not to mention King Piccolo nuking a city live on television and everyone knowing he was more than capable of destroying West City when he made his announcement.
Source: Weirdness Censor - She also commits the other stereotypical horror movie mistake of not looking up, despite knowing that werewolves are capable of a Ceiling Cling.
Source: Walking Backwards -
Knowing what Coughlin is capable of, Doug seeks out Claire and starts a romantic relationship with her to keep his friend at bay.
Source: Film / The Town
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