Able detective Synonyms

Definitions for Able


  • (adjective) having the required skills for an acceptable level of performance
  • (adjective) (usually followed by `to') having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
  • (adjective) have the skills and qualifications to do things well

Definitions for Detective


  • (noun) a person not on the police force who investigates criminal or illicit activity or searches for missing persons
  • (noun) a police officer who investigates crimes
  • (noun) an investigator engaged or employed in obtaining information not easily available to the public