visibility

[viz-uh-bil-i-tee]

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.

visibility

/ 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

Other Word Forms

• intervisibility noun
• nonvisibility noun
• previsibility noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of visibility¹

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

Example Sentences

Receiving an honor can be significant, especially in terms of visibility and representation.

From Los Angeles Times

But preserving a language online is only part of the battle - Mr Dar says platforms still don't recognise Kashmiri as a regional language, affecting visibility and reach.

From BBC

The visibility of Spence's faith - both in his online output and when he prays on the pitch - renders him an example for young Muslim players to relate to.

From BBC

All these artists have their own styles and concerns but come together on the basic issues of diversity, visibility and control.

From Los Angeles Times

The veep has tried to increase his visibility recently by going on vacation wherever he can still get a room and service, and he’s desperate to seem vital.

From Salon