English / word

enable

verb B1

MEANING IN ENGLISH

to make something possible or give someone the ability to do something

In context

Mobile banking can enable quick payments.

The new app will enable students to join class from home.

Synonyms

allow,permit,facilitate

Antonyms

disable,prevent,prohibit

Collocations

enable access,enable users,fully enable

Past: enabled · Past participle: enabled · -ing: enabling