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Layer: C
Vector 1
Type: context Relation: social evaluation
Vector 2
Type: relation Relation: perceived competence
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Type: expression Relation: affirmative judgment
Description
In everyday contexts, “able” is used to describe a person’s competence as perceived by others. It often appears in assessments of skill, readiness or reliability. The term carries an affirmative tone that acknowledges capability within a specific situation. Its meaning shifts depending on cultural expectations or task difficulty. In interpersonal interactions, calling someone “able” can express confidence or encouragement. As a contextual expression, “able” reflects social judgments about capacity.
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