visibility

American  

[viz-uh-bil-i-tee] / ˌvɪz əˈbɪl ɪ ti /

noun

1. the state or fact of being visible.

2. the relative ability to be seen under given conditions of distance, light, atmosphere, etc..

   low visibility due to fog.

3. Also called visual range.  Meteorology. the distance at which a given standard object can be seen and identified with the unaided eye.

4. the ability to give a relatively large range of unobstructed vision.

   a windshield with good visibility.

5. Typography. legibility.

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visibility British  

/ ˌvɪzɪˈbɪlɪtɪ /

noun

1. the condition or fact of being visible

2. clarity of vision or relative possibility of seeing

3. the range of vision

   visibility is 500 yards

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Other Word Forms

• intervisibility noun
• nonvisibility noun
• previsibility noun

Etymology

Origin of visibility

1575–85; < Late Latin vīsibilitās, equivalent to Latin vīsibili ( s ) visible + -tās -ty ²

Example Sentences

"With the extreme cold temperatures, expect prolonged snow and ice impacts which may include hazardous travel conditions, power outages, tree damages, snow-covered roads, and reduced visibility," the NWS said in its forecast.

From BBC

“We’re concerned about the lingering quality control issues at LULU,” the analysts said, noting the product issues underscore low visibility into the company’s turnaround.

From The Wall Street Journal

Claude's albinism, which is extremely rare in alligators, provided visibility for people who feel a little outcast, Peach said.

From BBC

Police on Monday advised the public to avoid waterways in NSW due to recent weather, which has decreased water quality and visibility.

From BBC

Greater case complexity, rising medical tourism and steady occupancy rates should support the sector’s earnings visibility even as pressure from insurers and government reimbursement limits persists, they say.

From The Wall Street Journal