Settability: meaning, definitions and examples
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settability
[ ˌsɛtəˈbɪlɪti ]
in technology
The ability of a device or system to be adjusted or configured according to specific requirements
Synonyms
adjustability, configurability, customizability
Examples of usage
- The settability of the new software allows users to customize their experience
- This router has excellent settability options for advanced users
in psychology
The capacity of an individual to adapt to new situations or environments
Synonyms
adaptability, flexibility, versatility
Examples of usage
- Her settability in unfamiliar social settings is remarkable
- Resilience is a key factor in determining one's settability
Translations
Translations of the word "settability" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ajustabilidade
🇮🇳 सेट करने की क्षमता
🇩🇪 Einstellbarkeit
🇮🇩 kemampuan pengaturan
🇺🇦 настроюваність
🇵🇱 zdolność do ustawienia
🇯🇵 設定可能性
🇫🇷 réglabilité
🇪🇸 ajustabilidad
🇹🇷 ayarlanabilirlik
🇰🇷 설정 가능성
🇸🇦 قابلية التعديل
🇨🇿 nastavitelnost
🇸🇰 nastaviteľnosť
🇨🇳 可调性
🇸🇮 nastavljivost
🇮🇸 stillanleiki
🇰🇿 реттелушілік
🇬🇪 დასადგენი უნარი
🇦🇿 quraşdırıla bilənlik
🇲🇽 ajustabilidad
Etymology
The word 'settability' is derived from the combination of 'set' and 'ability', emphasizing the idea of being able to set or adjust something according to specific needs. It first appeared in the context of technology, referring to the adjustability of devices or systems. Over time, its usage expanded to include psychological aspects, highlighting the capacity of individuals to adapt and thrive in various situations.
See also: beset, offset, onset, preset, reset, set, setback, setlist, settee, setting, settings, settling, setup, subset, unset.