Nonviability: meaning, definitions and examples

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nonviability

[ˌnɒnˌvaɪəˈbɪlɪti ]

Definition

^{Context #1 | Noun}

lack of ability to survive or develop

Nonviability refers to the state or condition of being unable to survive or develop, especially in the context of organisms, species, or ideas. It signifies the incapacity to sustain life or progress.

Synonyms

inviability, unsustainability, unviability.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
nonviability	Typically used in technical, scientific, or medical contexts to describe something that cannot survive, grow, or function properly. The nonviability of the embryo was confirmed by the doctor
unviability	Less commonly used, often interchangeable with 'nonviability.' It describes something that cannot exist or sustain itself effectively. The project was canceled due to its unviability
inviability	Often used in biological and ecological contexts to describe the inability of a species or organism to survive or develop. The inviability of the plant seeds was due to adverse weather conditions
unsustainability	Commonly used in environmental, economic, or societal contexts to describe practices or systems that cannot be maintained over the long term. This word often carries a negative connotation. The unsustainability of the current economic model could lead to a financial crisis

Examples of usage

Due to the nonviability of the project, it was eventually abandoned.
The nonviability of the species led to its extinction.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

The word combines the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' with 'viable', which comes from the Latin 'vita', meaning 'life'.
It has been used in English since the 20th century, particularly in scientific and medical contexts.

Biology

In ecology, nonviability refers to organisms or species that cannot sustain themselves in an environment.
Seed nonviability can occur when conditions like temperature or moisture are not right for germination.

Economics

In business, nonviability can describe a company or project that cannot generate profit or sustain operations.
Startups are often evaluated for nonviability to prevent wasting resources on doomed ventures.

Psychology

The concept can also extend to mental health; a nonviable plan may refer to thoughts or actions that are harmful and lack potential for improvement.
Understanding nonviability can help in recognizing when a change in strategy or approach is needed in life.

Environmental Science

Nonviability is often used to evaluate populations of endangered species that cannot recover without intervention.
Conservationists assess habitat conditions to determine nonviability before taking actions to protect vulnerable species.

Translations

Translations of the word "nonviability" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não viabilidade

🇮🇳 अविकास्यता

🇩🇪 Nichtlebensfähigkeit

🇮🇩 ketidaklayakan

🇺🇦 нежиттєздатність

🇵🇱 niewykonalność

🇯🇵 非生存性

🇫🇷 non-viabilité

🇪🇸 no viabilidad

🇹🇷 yaşama elverişsizlik

🇰🇷 비생존성

🇸🇦 عدم الجدوى

🇨🇿 neživotaschopnost

🇸🇰 neživotaschopnosť

🇨🇳 不可行性

🇸🇮 neživobitnost

🇮🇸 ónýtingur

🇰🇿 өміршеңсіздік

🇬🇪 არასიცოცხლისუნარიანობა

🇦🇿 yaşama qabiliyyətsizlik

🇲🇽 no viabilidad