Conversibility

/ˌkɑnvɜrsɪˈbɪləti/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being conversible; the ability to be converted or exchanged.

Etymology

From 'conversible' (from Latin 'conversibilis') plus the abstract noun suffix '-ity.' This technical term is used in philosophy, theology, and economics to discuss things that can be converted or transformed.

Kelly Says

In economics, 'conversibility' matters hugely—whether a currency has 'convertibility' determines if you can actually exchange it for other currencies or gold, which was central to debates about gold standards and currency systems.

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