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as in powers
a natural ability of the mind or body
although they are well into their 80s, the mental faculties of this couple are as sharp as ever
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as in talents
a special and usually inborn ability
even when he was still at a young age, John Singleton Copley's artistic faculties were readily recognizable
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as in abilities
the physical or mental power to do something
the belief that if someone loses their sight, all of their other physical faculties are heightened
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Recent Examples of faculties
Frescoes by Pellegrino Tibaldi depict the liberal arts and the four faculties of medieval knowledge, situating the library within the intellectual framework of its era.
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Navya Verma, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Jan. 2026
Instead, the attorney claimed, Williams' faculties were impacted by alcohol addiction.
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 10 Dec. 2025
The students made sketches of the site, honing their faculties of observation.
—Alex Ross, New Yorker, 24 Nov. 2025
Instead, the 85-year-old leaves on her own terms, her faculties intact, a generation of Democrats saluting her legacy.
—Molly Ball, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
Reich began teaching more than 40 years ago, serving on the faculties of Harvard, Brandeis, and finally at Berkeley (with stints in between serving in the Ford, Carter, and Clinton administrations).
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2025
Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte reversed his previous stance of not selling logos at university athletic faculties with the announcement that local health company Humann will place its brand on campus fields and courts, most notably at Royal-Memorial Stadium.
—Cedric Golden, Austin American Statesman, 29 Aug. 2025
This, in turn, allows our other faculties to kick in — namely, problem-solving, pattern recognition, and categorization.
—Jonny Thomson, Big Think, 14 Aug. 2025
Given its vibrant university scene, with more than 30 faculties and professional schools, Oviedo is a lively city that blends history, culture, and affordability.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
Navya Verma, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Jan. 2026
Instead, the attorney claimed, Williams' faculties were impacted by alcohol addiction.
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 10 Dec. 2025
The students made sketches of the site, honing their faculties of observation.
—Alex Ross, New Yorker, 24 Nov. 2025
Instead, the 85-year-old leaves on her own terms, her faculties intact, a generation of Democrats saluting her legacy.
—Molly Ball, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
Reich began teaching more than 40 years ago, serving on the faculties of Harvard, Brandeis, and finally at Berkeley (with stints in between serving in the Ford, Carter, and Clinton administrations).
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2025
Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte reversed his previous stance of not selling logos at university athletic faculties with the announcement that local health company Humann will place its brand on campus fields and courts, most notably at Royal-Memorial Stadium.
—Cedric Golden, Austin American Statesman, 29 Aug. 2025
This, in turn, allows our other faculties to kick in — namely, problem-solving, pattern recognition, and categorization.
—Jonny Thomson, Big Think, 14 Aug. 2025
Given its vibrant university scene, with more than 30 faculties and professional schools, Oviedo is a lively city that blends history, culture, and affordability.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for faculties
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Left to its own, Greenland will face relentless pressure from adversarial powers seeking influence through investment, infrastructure and political leverage.—
Paul McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
23 Jan. 2026
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The council's seven members with voting powers did not return messages asking for comment.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
23 Jan. 2026
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That allows kids that do have more talents than the average student to move ahead faster, prepare for college and stuff, especially at the high school level.—
Alec Johnson,
jsonline.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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Bryant’s athletic talents and drive are just some of the standout qualities that continue to inspire young generations of athletes.—
Monica Haider,
CNN Money,
27 Jan. 2026
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Classes are accessible to all levels and abilities.—
Ramona Sentinel,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Jan. 2026
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Designed with people of all abilities in mind, INCLŪSIV prioritizes adaptive equipment that supports both physical and mental wellness — especially for individuals with disabilities and mobility challenges.—
Alexa Stone
January 23,
Kansas City Star,
23 Jan. 2026
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With minimal task-specific data, new capabilities can reportedly be learned and deployed within hours.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Jan. 2026
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Hamas is seemingly rebuilding its military capabilities, including its tunnel infrastructure damaged by Israeli airstrikes, and bringing in new cash that pays its fighters and hires new recruits.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Jan. 2026
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This model reflects Japan’s long-standing corporate culture, which prioritizes new hires for their general potential—their aptitudes and aspirations, as opposed to their current skill sets or university majors—and then trains them on the job.—
GRACIA LIU-FARRER,
Foreign Affairs,
18 Nov. 2025
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More money is apt to make homeschooling worse and far less tailored to the individual student and their interests and aptitudes by encouraging parents to substitute pricey group programs for the requisite effort of individualized instruction.—
Marie Sapirie,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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He’s toured through Connecticut many times before in a number of different capacities.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
11 Jan. 2026
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Those who exit the military often continue their public service in different capacities.—
Michael Szalma,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 Jan. 2026
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Seoul Central District Court sentenced Kim Keon Hee for receiving luxury gifts such as a Graff diamond necklace and a Chanel bag from the Unification Church in return for promises of political favors.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
29 Jan. 2026
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South Korea’s anti-graft law bans public officials and their spouses from receiving gifts valued at more than $750 in connection with their public duties.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
28 Jan. 2026
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The former country farmhouse feel with shelves full of knick-knacks above the dining booths and mismatched coffee cups waiting on the tables has been replaced with more minimalist decor.—
Regina Elling,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Jan. 2026
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Instead of looking sharp and functional, your room can turn into a museum of knick-knacks, half-finished books, and piles of blankets.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
15 Jan. 2026
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“Faculties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/faculties. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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