doability
|do-a-bil-i-ty|
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/ˌduːəˈbɪlɪti/
(doable)
capable of being done
Etymology
Etymology Information
'doability' originates from the English word 'doable', which is derived from the verb 'do' and the suffix '-able', indicating capability or suitability.
Historical Evolution
'doable' evolved from the Old English word 'dōn', which meant 'to perform or execute', and eventually became the modern English word 'do'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'do' meant 'to perform or execute', and over time, 'doable' came to mean 'capable of being done', leading to the noun form 'doability'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being able to be done or accomplished.
The doability of the project was assessed before approval.
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Last updated: 2025/05/12 21:31