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serviceability

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˌsɜːrvɪsəˈbɪləti/

KK: /ˈsɜrvɪsəˌbɪlɪti/

noun
Definition

The quality of being useful or able to be used for a specific purpose.


Example

The serviceability of the equipment was tested before the project began.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about the serviceability of your old tools?
Sloth B
Not really, but I guess some of them are getting pretty rusty.
Sloth A
Yeah, I think it's important to check their serviceability before using them.
Sloth B
Good point! I should probably clean them up this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
utility
functionality
usefulness
Antonyms
inutility
ineffectiveness
uselessness
Root Explanation

Serviceability → It is formed from "service" (from Old French *servir*, meaning to serve) and "-ability" (meaning the quality of being able to). The word "serviceability" refers to the quality of being able to serve or be useful.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'service' which means to serve, and '-ability' which indicates the quality of being able. This helps you remember that serviceability means the quality of being able to serve or be useful.

Visually Confused Words
unserviceability
perviability
secability
unserviceably
survivability
reviewability
observability
deviability
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