Definition

The quality or state of being able to be calculated or solved using a computer or algorithm.

Example

The computability of certain mathematical problems can be determined using algorithms.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the concept of computability?

Not really, what does it mean?

It refers to whether something can be solved by a computer or mechanical means.

That sounds interesting! I guess not everything is easily computable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Computability → It is formed from "com-" (meaning together) and "putare" (meaning to think or reckon), combined with the suffix "-ability" (meaning the quality of being able to). The word "computability" refers to the quality of being able to be computed or calculated.

Memory Tip

Think of 'thinking together' ('com-' and 'putare') to remember that 'computability' means the quality of being able to compute.

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