Aristotle's account of hexis (stable disposition) entails that a capability not regularly exercised degrades and ceases to be a genuine capability, collapsing the distinction over time.

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Aristotle: Aristotle was an ancient Greek philosopher who lived over 2,000 years ago and is one of the most influential thinkers in Western history. He studied nearly every subject—from animals and plants to politics and ethics—and developed practical ways of thinking that shaped how people understand the world. His ideas on logic, nature, and how to live a good life are still taught and debated today because he focused on observing the real world rather than just abstract theories.
Degrade(what the statement says may or may not happen in surrogacy): To treat someone as if they're worth less or are beneath respect; to lower their status or dignity.
Genuine capability(as the standard that Aristotle claims unused skills fail to meet): A real, actual skill you truly possess—not just something you learned once but can no longer do.
Hexis(as used in Aristotle's ethics): An ancient Greek word meaning a stable habit or character trait that becomes part of your personality through repetition.

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