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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Altogether, the designs, meant to evoke a sense of timelessness and livability on the seas, will now be known as Numarine Atelier. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2026 Niche notes a median home value of $388,800 in Myrtle Beach and a B+ grade for overall livability. — Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2026 That balance between beauty and livability is what separates the look from more rigid design styles. — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 17 July 2026 In addition to scoring well for its overall livability, recent reports have ranked Pittsburgh among the best cities in America, as well as one of the best metro areas for young homeowners and retirees. — Finch Walker, USA Today, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for livability

Word History

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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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 4 Sep. 2026.

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