visibility
noun
vis·i·bil·i·ty
ˌvi-zə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
plural visibilities
1
: the quality or state of being visible
2
a
: the degree of clearness (as of the atmosphere or ocean)
specifically
: the greatest distance through the atmosphere toward the horizon at which prominent objects can be identified with the naked eye
b
: capability of being readily noticed
c
: capability of affording an unobstructed view
3
: a measure of the ability of radiant energy to evoke visual sensation
Examples of visibility in a Sentence
The extra publicity helped to increase the company's visibility.
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Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.
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Ca Weather Bot, Sacramento Bee, 17 Mar. 2025
Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 17 Mar. 2025
After several months in office, Cook County State’s Attorney Eileen O’Neill Burke is forging her routines, making some moves typical of new administrations, such as increasing visibility at local courthouses and reorganizing some of the office’s structures.
—Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control
Do not follow large vehicles closely - Large vehicles like trucks or buses can create a spray of water that can reduce your visibility.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 17 Mar. 2025
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Ca Weather Bot, Sacramento Bee, 17 Mar. 2025
Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 17 Mar. 2025
After several months in office, Cook County State’s Attorney Eileen O’Neill Burke is forging her routines, making some moves typical of new administrations, such as increasing visibility at local courthouses and reorganizing some of the office’s structures.
—Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control
Do not follow large vehicles closely - Large vehicles like trucks or buses can create a spray of water that can reduce your visibility.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 17 Mar. 2025
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“Visibility.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/visibility. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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visibility
noun
vis·i·bil·i·ty
ˌviz-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē
1
: the quality or state of being visible
2
: the degree of clearness of the atmosphere
Medical Definition
visibility
noun
vis·i·bil·i·ty
ˌviz-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē
plural visibilities
1
: the quality or state of being visible
2
: a measure of the ability of radiant energy to evoke visual sensation
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