Demonstratability

/ˌdemənˌstreɪtəˈbɪləti/ noun

Definition

The quality or condition of being capable of being demonstrated; the capacity to be proved or shown.

Etymology

From demonstrate + -able (capable of) + -ity (the state or quality of). This is essentially a synonym for demonstrability, showing English's tendency to create multiple forms with slightly different emphasis.

Kelly Says

English creates both 'demonstrability' and 'demonstratability'—both mean the same thing—which is why linguists say English is gloriously redundant and messy compared to languages with stricter rules.

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