EDIBILITY Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

edibility

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Recent Examples of edibility Refrigerating avocados in the vegetable drawer can extend their freshness while maintaining their green color and edibility. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 23 May 2026 Tumbleweed’s lone saving grace is the edibility of its young shoots. — Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 28 Feb. 2026 The edibility status of Amanita muscaria is complicated. — Matt Kasson, Popular Science, 15 Oct. 2025 Unfortunately, there’s a direct correlation between cuteness and edibility, which makes jerboas all kinds of skittish. — IEEE Spectrum, 8 Sep. 2017

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Noun

Whether yeast protein becomes a lasting alternative or a niche solution will depend on taste consistency at scale, repeat purchase rates, and further clinical data on digestibility and muscle outcomes relative to whey.

— Tanya Akim, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Animal proteins are generally more digestible than plant proteins, and cooking generally enhances protein digestibility.

— Linda M. Boland, The Conversation, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of digestibility

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Hydration during matches is not just about replacing fluid losses but also maintaining fuel intake, with carbohydrates supporting energy demands and electrolytes improving the palatability of drinks, helping players drink more.

— Alan McCall, New York Times, 11 July 2026
Bitch, despite being created with Reed in tandem with My Face Hurts From Smiling, leans more pop and R&B with lyrics that may have been dulled down for palatability.

— Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 23 June 2026

Definition of palatability

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This brand is processed, but it’s done so expertly that the natural deliciousness of turkey shines.

— Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026
For those who want ice cream regularly stocked and ready in the freezer, Bergamotto also found a subscription service that delivers pints of deliciousness to your door.

— ABC News, ABC News, 17 July 2026

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