Applicabilities

/ˌæp.lɪ.kəˈbɪl.ə.tiz/ noun

Definition

Plural of applicability; multiple instances or contexts in which something is applicable or can be applied.

Etymology

From 'applicable' (from Latin 'applicabilis') plus '-ity' (suffix forming abstract nouns from adjectives) plus '-ies' (plural). A compound chain of suffixes creating a plural noun.

Kelly Says

Using 'applicabilities' (plural) is rare but precise—it suggests a thing has multiple different ways it can be applied, not just whether it's applicable in general!

Related Words

Explore More Words

Get the Word Orb API

Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.