Definition

The state or quality of being able to be improved or made better.

Example

The improvability of the software allows for regular updates and enhancements.

Conversation

I've been reading about the improvability of skills lately.

That sounds interesting! What does it mean exactly?

It means that we can always get better at what we do.

I like that idea; it gives me hope for my own progress.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Improvability is formed from "improve" (from Latin "improbare", meaning to make better) and the suffix "-ability" (meaning the quality of being able to). The word "improvability" refers to the quality or state of being able to be improved.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'improve' which means to make better, and remember that 'improvability' is about the quality of being able to be made better.

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