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usability

American  
[yooz-uh-bil-i-tee] / ˌyuz əˈbɪl ɪ ti /

noun

  1. the fact, quality, or degree of being usable; availability, suitability, or convenience for use.

Other Word Forms

  • abusability noun
  • reusability noun
  • unusability noun

Example Sentences

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The usability consultant Steve Krug captured this expectation in a single phrase that became gospel for a generation of designers: “Don’t make me think.”

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

They then tested how different movement speeds influenced embodiment, including body ownership, sense of agency, usability, and social impressions such as competence and discomfort.

From Science Daily • Feb. 13, 2026

While NordVPN has solid device support and usability, it’s worth comparing other providers’ connection limits and performance if you’re managing multiple users or streaming across several platforms.

From Salon • Dec. 12, 2025

Sectors targeting seniors also face execution risks: product‐market fit must consider ergonomics, usability and service intensity.

From Barron's • Nov. 28, 2025

I could quickly assess and summarize the usability of the many books I consulted.

From "Hunger of Memory" by Richard Rodriguez

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