livability

noun

liv·​abil·​i·​ty ˌli-və-ˈbi-lə-tē How to pronounce livability (audio)
variants or less commonly liveability
1
: survival expectancy : viability
used especially of poultry and livestock
2
: suitability for human living

Examples of livability in a Sentence

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To ensure year-round livability, the Baby Box comes with a ductless mini-split system that provides heating and cooling. Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 20 Feb. 2025 With the latter increasingly the rule over the exception, Florida’s year-round livability has become exponentially greater. John Tamny, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024 They were asked for insights on topics that are near and dear to travelers’ hearts, including food, nightlife, culture, affordability, livability and the overall city vibe. Karla Cripps, CNN, 16 Jan. 2025 The town received a livability score of 86 out of 100, cementing its place at the top. Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for livability

Word History

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of livability was in 1850

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“Livability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/livability. Accessed 28 Feb. 2025.

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