Capacity Definition
capacity
noun
- capability to perform or produce; "among his gifts is his capacity for true altruism"; "limited runway capacity"; "a great capacity for growth"
- the susceptibility of something to a particular treatment; "the capability of a metal to be fused"
- the amount that can be contained; "the gas tank has a capacity of 12 gallons"
- the maximum production possible; "the plant is working at 80 per cent capacity"
- a specified function; "he was employed in the capacity of director"; "he should be retained in his present capacity at a higher salary"
- (computer science) the amount of information (in bytes) that can be stored on a disk drive; "the capacity of a hard disk drive is usually expressed in megabytes"
- an electrical phenomenon whereby an electric charge is stored
- the power to learn or retain knowledge; in law, the ability to understand the facts and significance of your behavior
- tolerance for alcohol; "he had drunk beyond his capacity"
"Capacity" in song lyrics
See how capacity is used in real songs:
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"Cause I'm the type of rapper that packs to full capacity"
7L & Esoteric f/ Vinnie Paz — Chain Reaction -
"havin' the audacity to question my capacity"
Aceyalone — Show Your Right -
"With 144'000 seat capacity"
Akbar — Those Who Say
Words that rhyme with capacity
Usage tips for "capacity"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "capacity" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for capacity to find words that pair well.