enable
Translation
to enable, to allow, to permit, to activate
Examples
This software will enable us to work faster.
This software will enable us to work faster.
The key enables access to the secure area.
The key enables access to the secure area.
You need to enable cookies in your browser.
You need to enable cookies in your browser.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((to-inf)) to make it possible for (sb.) to do (sth.) This software will enable us to work faster.
((sth.)) to make (sth.) possible The key enables access to the secure area.
Similar Words
Synonyms: allow, permit, authorize; Antonyms: prevent, disable, forbid
Etymology
From the prefix 'en-' (to put into) and 'able'. Literally, 'to make able'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'en' + 'able' = to make someone or something *able* to do something.