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

d

: publicity sense 2d

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

This initiative has supported lighting improvements in Gower and across Wales, reducing light pollution while enhancing nighttime visibility and energy efficiency. —Valerie Stimac, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025

Also, continuous monitoring provides organizations with visibility in real time. —William Jones, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025

Notably, the company has also garnered support from high-profile celebrities such as Tom Brady, Peter Jackson, Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh, Tiger Woods, Tony Robbins, Paris Hilton, and the Hemsworth brothers, further amplifying their visibility and influence. —Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025

These talents added to the posse of celebrities — spanning from Beyoncé and Rihanna to Kylie Minogue and Alicia Keys — that Koma has dressed over the years with his namesake brand and who might bring additional visibility to Blumarine now, too. —Sandra Salibian, WWD, 16 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

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