Directability: meaning, definitions and examples
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directability
[ dɪˌrɛktəˈbɪlɪti ]
in management
The quality of being able to be directed or managed effectively.
Synonyms
controllability, guidability, manageability.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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directability |
Used when referring to something's ability to be directed towards a goal or path, often requiring precision in movement or guidance.
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manageability |
Often describes how easy or difficult it is to manage something, such as a situation, task, or piece of equipment. It generally carries a more holistic notion of oversight.
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controllability |
Refers to the ability to exercise control over something, implying a higher degree of influence and power. Often used in technical or engineering contexts.
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guidability |
Implies the ease with which something or someone can be guided or led, often used when discussing behavior or navigation.
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Examples of usage
- His directability as a team leader made him the perfect candidate for the promotion.
- The directability of the project was crucial for its success.
Translations
Translations of the word "directability" in other languages:
🇵🇹 direcionabilidade
🇮🇳 निर्देशनीयता
🇩🇪 Lenkbarkeit
🇮🇩 keterarahan
🇺🇦 керованість
🇵🇱 sterowność
🇯🇵 方向性
🇫🇷 directivité
🇪🇸 directividad
🇹🇷 yönlendirilebilirlik
🇰🇷 지향성
🇸🇦 قابلية التوجيه
🇨🇿 řiditelnost
🇸🇰 riadenie
🇨🇳 可指向性
🇸🇮 usmerljivost
🇮🇸 stýranleiki
🇰🇿 бағыттылық
🇬🇪 მიმართულებადობა
🇦🇿 yönləndiriləbilənlik
🇲🇽 directividad
Etymology
The word 'directability' is a relatively modern term derived from the word 'direct' with the suffix '-ability' added to form a noun. It originated in the field of management and is commonly used to describe the quality of being easily managed or directed. The concept of directability is essential in organizational settings where effective leadership and control are crucial for success.
See also: bidirectional, direct, directing, direction, directions, directive, directiveness, directives, directly, directness, director, directorial, directors, directory, indirect, misdirect, misdirection, undirected.