capacity Definition

capacity
noun capacities

1a. The amount that something can hold

Thesaurus: volume, limit, space, size, extent, magnitude, expanse, scope, dimensions, measure, range, reach.
1b. As adj.

Example: a capacity crowd
2. The amount that a factory, etc can produce.
3. The ability or power to achieve it.

Example: capacity for change
Form: capacity for something
4. Function; role.
5. Mental ability or talent.

Example: Jim's capacity for maths was not enough to pass the exam
Thesaurus: ability, competency, aptitude, capability, talent, skill, knack.
6. Legal competence.

Etymology: 15c: from French capacité, from Latin capax roomy.