1. (a.) Possessing ability, qualification, or susceptibility; having capacity; of sufficient size or strength; as, a room capable of holding a large number; a castle capable of resisting a long assault.

2. (a.) Possessing adequate power; qualified; able; fully competent; as, a capable instructor; a capable judge; a mind capable of nice investigations.

3. (a.) Possessing legal power or capacity; as, a man capable of making a contract, or a will.

4. (a.) Capacious; large; comprehensive.