drivability

driv·a·bil·i·ty

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [drahy-vuh-bil-i-tee]
- /ˌdraɪ vəˈbɪl ɪ ti/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [drahy-vuh-bil-i-tee]
- /ˌdraɪ vəˈbɪl ɪ ti/

Definitions of drivability word

noun drivability the degree of smoothness and steadiness of acceleration of an automotive vehicle: The automatic transmission has been improved to give the new model better drivability. 1
noun drivability The quality of being drivable, of being easy or pleasant to drive. 1

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Origin of drivability

First appearance:

before 1970

One of the 2% newest English words

First recorded in 1970-75; drive + -ability

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Parts of speech for Drivability

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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drivability popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 42% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 73% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

drivability usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for drivability

noun drivability

roadworthy — in suitable operating condition or meeting accepted standards for safe driving on the road: a roadworthy automobile.

Just one Synonym for drivability