modality

noun

mo·​dal·​i·​ty mō-ˈda-lə-tē 

plural modalities

1

a

: the quality or state of being modal

b

: a modal quality or attribute : form

2

: the classification of logical propositions (see proposition sense 1) according to their asserting or denying the possibility, impossibility, contingency, or necessity of their content

3

: one of the main avenues of sensation (such as vision)

4

: a usually physical therapeutic agency

Examples of modality in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Among these emerging therapies, psychedelic retreats have gained significant interest as a modality. —Sonia Singh, Rolling Stone, 13 Sep. 2024

Further, within the modality, there are four elements. —Lisa Stardust, Peoplemag, 20 June 2024

The modalities merger can be done in an easy surface manner or an intricacies fashion. —Lance Eliot, Forbes, 11 Sep. 2024

Having another modality or choice to make screening more accessible and available is important especially for our underinsured and underserved populations. —Jacqueline Howard, CNN, 5 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1545, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Medical Definition

modality

noun

mo·​dal·​i·​ty mō-ˈdal-ət-ē 

plural modalities

1

: one of the main avenues of sensation (as vision)

2

a

: a usually physical therapeutic agency

b

: an apparatus for applying a modality