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survivability

 

[ səˌvaɪvəˈbɪləti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

ability to withstand or endure

Survivability refers to the capability of an individual or a system to continue functioning despite challenges, threats, or adverse conditions. It is the measure of resilience and adaptability in the face of adversity.

Synonyms

endurance, resilience, toughness

Examples of usage

  • The survivability of the species was threatened by the environmental changes.
  • The military vehicle was designed with enhanced survivability features.
  • Her strong will and determination increased her survivability in difficult situations.

Translations

Translations of the word "survivability" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sobrevivência

🇮🇳 जीवित रहने की क्षमता

🇩🇪 Überlebensfähigkeit

🇮🇩 kelangsungan hidup

🇺🇦 виживаність

🇵🇱 przeżywalność

🇯🇵 生存能力

🇫🇷 survivabilité

🇪🇸 supervivencia

🇹🇷 hayatta kalma yeteneği

🇰🇷 생존 가능성

🇸🇦 قدرة البقاء

🇨🇿 schopnost přežití

🇸🇰 schopnosť prežiť

🇨🇳 生存能力

🇸🇮 preživetje

🇮🇸 lífvænleiki

🇰🇿 тіршілік ету қабілеті

🇬🇪 გადარჩენის უნარი

🇦🇿 yaşama qabiliyyəti

🇲🇽 supervivencia

Etymology

The term 'survivability' originated in the military domain to describe the ability of equipment or personnel to survive in combat situations. It has since been adopted in various fields to denote the capacity to withstand and persevere through challenges or threats. The concept of survivability underscores the importance of preparedness and adaptability in adverse circumstances.

See also: survival, survivalism, surviving, survivor, survivors.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,194, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.