Capable
Capable adjective - Having the required skills for an acceptable level of performance.
Usage example: a capable and efficient editor
Versatile and capable are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Versatile" instead an adjective "Capable".
Nearby Words: capability, capably
Versatile
Versatile adjective - Able to do many different kinds of things.
Capable and versatile are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Capable" instead an adjective "Versatile".
Nearby Word: versatility
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Amazo from DC Comics is an android that can copy any superpower of any superpowered being it comes in contact with, and thus becomes incredibly versatile and capable of doing just about anything.
Source: Do-Anything Robot -
Standard Windows computers, meanwhile, tend to be larger, utilitarian, more cheaply designed, versatile and capable of performing all mainstream computing needs while costing between a third and a fourth as much as an Apple.
Source: Elves vs. Dwarves -
As in previous appearances, the power is very versatile, with good selection of moves and is capable of doing heavy damage.
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