viability

noun

Definition of viabilitynext
1
as in feasibility

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2
as in existence

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Recent Examples of viability This zero-carbon business jet is moving to stage two, after a demonstrator made a short but successful first flight last year to prove the technology’s viability. — Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 18 Mar. 2025 The Kingmaker shows how Imelda Marcos was able to overcome exile and disgrace after the ouster of her husband, dictator Ferdinand Marcos, and eventually resuscitate her image and her children’s political viability. — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 14 Mar. 2025 The drop in participants has raised concerns about the viability of the race, which has had to contend with inflation, climate change and pressure from animal rights groups. — CBS News, 14 Mar. 2025 Private Sector Responsibility: A Strategic Imperative As policymakers debate sweeping changes, the private sector must recognize the direct impact on human capital management and long-term business viability. — Solange Charas, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for viability
Recent Examples of Synonyms for viability
  1. existence
  2. possibility
  3. survival
  4. potentiality
  5. credibility
Noun
  • The researchers ruled out the existence of other planets within the habitable zone of Barnard's Star. MORE: Parade of planets this month will feature celestial bodies in alignment The planets are difficult to detect because their stars shine so brightly next to them, the researchers said.
    — Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 18 Mar. 2025
  • Assyrians continue to face systematic dispossession as well as threats against their existence in their homeland.
    — David Faris, Newsweek, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of existence
Noun
  • The next mayor will need to work well with others while also representing the best interests of village residents, balancing the existing demands of running a popular suburb while preparing for the possibility of exponential growth if a deal with the Bears goes through.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
  • Reps for the production have not confirmed any casting announcements but gave a statement to media outlets on Monday about the possibility of breaking new ground.
    — Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of possibility
Noun
  • Mixed in with small pleasures and petty disputes with her older sister are true feats of survival and bravery.
    — Lynette Rice, Deadline, 22 Mar. 2025
  • That said, wolf tourism hasn’t noticeably impacted survival rates or reproduction.
    — Katie Jackson, Outside Online, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of survival
Noun
  • In a striking parallel to the 1990s, epochal thinking about the potentialities of a high technology society has once again upended politics.
    — Jacob Bruggeman & Casey Eilbert / Made by History, TIME, 3 Mar. 2025
  • Canter also acknowledged how other decisions could impact the potentiality of some of his players returning.
    — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Feb. 2025
Definition of potentiality
Noun
  • Businesses can establish trust more quickly by collaborating with organizations, influencers or brands that already have credibility within the new demographic.
    — Adam Povlitz, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
  • By crying wolf at everything, all credibility is lost.
    — Nicolee Ambrose, Baltimore Sun, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of credibility

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