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 determine livability, RentCafe, an online rental marketplace, evaluated U.S. metros across three main categories: socioeconomics, quality of life, and location and community. Maia Pandey, Journal Sentinel, 30 Nov. 2024 In the 2025 World's Best Cities report, two Arizona cities made the list, which is calculated using three broad categories: livability, lovability and prosperity. Reia Li, The Arizona Republic, 4 Dec. 2024 In 1913, Stacy contributed to the future livability of Travis Heights through the dedication of land adjacent to Blunn Creek as public parkland. Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 4 Nov. 2024 Enhancement of public transportation and creating pedestrian-friendly environments will reduce traffic congestion and improve overall livability. Destiny Torres, Orange County Register, 4 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for livability 

Word History

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
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 25 Dec. 2024.

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