English Synonym Finder

enable

Definitions

To give the means, ability, or authority to do something.

To make something possible or operational.

To facilitate or allow a specific function or feature.

Examples

New software updates will enable the device to run much faster.

The scholarship will enable her to pursue a degree in medicine.

Proper lighting can enable better visibility for drivers at night.

Synonyms

authorize empower facilitate permit allow activate qualify

Antonyms

disable prevent hinder prohibit impede forbid restrict