survivability
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/sərˌvaɪvəˈbɪləti/
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/səˌvaɪvəˈbɪləti/
(survive)
continue to live
Etymology
'survivability' originates from the Latin word 'supervivere,' where 'super-' meant 'over' and 'vivere' meant 'to live.'
'supervivere' transformed into the Old French word 'survivre,' and eventually became the modern English word 'survive,' from which 'survivability' is derived.
Initially, it meant 'to live beyond,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the ability to continue living or existing.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the ability to continue living or existing, especially under adverse or challenging conditions.
The survivability of the species depends on its ability to adapt to climate change.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45