Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
retain-the-ability-to
phrase
/rɪˈteɪn ði əˈbɪlɪti tə/
Definition
To maintain the capacity or potential to do something.
Examples
- Employees should retain the ability to work independently.
- It’s important to retain the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
- The technology allows users to retain the ability to control their data.
Meaning
This phrase indicates the ongoing capability or power to perform an action or function.
Synonyms
- maintain capacity to
- keep the potential to
- continue to be able to
