Enabling

Pronunciation: /ɛˈneɪbəl/

Enabling (verb)

  1. to make something possible or give someone the ability to do something.
  2. to turn on a feature or function in a device or system.
  3. to give someone the authority or means to do something.

Examples

  • The new software enables faster data processing.
  • Good nutrition enables children to grow strong.

Common collocations: enable growth, enable access, enable feature, enable mode, enable permission

Synonyms of Enabling

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Enabling

  • — When discussing removing ability or function.
  • — When discussing stopping something from happening.