Usability

//ˌjuːzəˈbɪlɪti// noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The state or condition of being usable. countable, uncountable
  2. 2
    the quality of being able to provide good service wordnet
  3. 3
    The degree to which an object, device, software application, etc. is easy to use with no specific training. countable, uncountable

    "The template was repiloted by the same four surgeons and recovery ward nurses to see if opinions and the usability of the template had improved, with the eventual aim of computerising the template."

Synonyms

All synonyms
availabilityeffectivenessefficiencypracticabilitypracticalityserviceability

Example

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"Usability testing should include feedback from users with disabilities."

Etymology

From usable + -ity or use + -ability.

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