aptitude

Ability to perform an action or fulfill a role

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Also known as capability · ability · capacity

Subclass of: quality

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An aptitude is a component of a competence to do a certain kind of work at a certain level. Outstanding aptitude can be considered "talent", or "skill". Aptitude is inborn potential to perform certain kinds of activities, whether physical or mental, and whether developed or undeveloped. Aptitude is often contrasted with skills and abilities, which are developed through learning. The mass term ability refers to components of competence acquired through a combination of both aptitude and skills.

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Partially coincident with: functionality
Said to be the same as: capability
Opposite of: ineptitude

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