Definition

The quality or state of being able to be used or utilized effectively.

Example

The usableness of the new software made it popular among users.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the usableness of that new app we downloaded?

Yeah, I think it's pretty user-friendly!

I agree, but I wonder how its usableness compares to other similar apps.

That's a good point; we should test a few more to see which one we like best.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Usableness → It is formed from "usable" (from the root "use" which comes from Old French *user*, meaning to employ or utilize) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "usableness" refers to the quality of being usable or the state of being able to be used.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'use' which means to employ something, and remember that 'usableness' describes the quality of being able to be employed or utilized.

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