Definition

The quality of being considered good enough or satisfactory for a particular purpose or standard.

Example

The acceptability of the proposal was evaluated by the committee.

Conversation

I was wondering about the acceptability of our plan for the project.

That's a good point. We need to ensure it meets all the requirements.

Exactly! If it doesn't have high acceptability, we might face issues later.

True, let's review it together and make any necessary adjustments.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Acceptability → It is formed from "accept" (from Latin "acceptare", meaning to receive or take) and "-ability" (meaning the quality of being able to). The word "acceptability" refers to the quality of being able to be received or taken in a particular context.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'accept' meaning to 'receive' something, and '-ability' indicating the quality of that action. This helps you remember that 'acceptability' is about how well something can be received.

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