livability

noun

liv·​abil·​i·​ty ˌli-və-ˈbi-lə-tē How to pronounce livability (audio)
variants or less commonly liveability
1
: survival expectancy : viability
used especially of poultry and livestock
2
: suitability for human living

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In the 2025 World's Best Cities report, two Arizona cities made the list, which is calculated using three broad categories: livability, lovability and prosperity. Reia Li, The Arizona Republic, 4 Dec. 2024 In 1913, Stacy contributed to the future livability of Travis Heights through the dedication of land adjacent to Blunn Creek as public parkland. Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 4 Nov. 2024 Enhancement of public transportation and creating pedestrian-friendly environments will reduce traffic congestion and improve overall livability. Destiny Torres, Orange County Register, 4 Oct. 2024 Author Annie Kelly and photographer Tim Street-Porter have chosen homes featuring both high design and high livability. Bethanne Patrick, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for livability 

Word History

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of livability was in 1850

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“Livability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/livability. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.

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