Definition

The quality of being able to be checked or proven to be true or accurate.

Example

The verifiability of the data is crucial for the research findings to be accepted.

Conversation

I read an article about the importance of verifiability in research.

That sounds interesting! Why is it so important?

Well, without verifiability, it's hard to trust the findings.

Exactly! It helps ensure that the information is reliable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Verifiability → It is formed from "veri-" (from Latin "verus", meaning true) and "-ficare" (from Latin "facere", meaning to make or do) combined with the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "verifiability" refers to the quality of being able to be made true or confirmed.

Memory Tip

Think of 'true' ('verus') and 'making' ('facere') something confirmed — that's why verifiability means the quality of being able to confirm something as true.

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