ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Usability

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˌjuːzəˈbɪlɪti/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Usability is a noun meaning The state or condition of being usable.

Meaning

The state or condition of being usable.

More Meanings

  1. The degree to which an object, device, software application, etc. is easy to use with no specific training.

Example Sentences

The ability to learn how to use a system (learnability) is also a major subcharacteristic of usability.
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.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include utility, usefulness, availability, operability, user-friendliness, use.

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