variability — the quality or state of being variable; the degree to which something changes
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the quality or state of being variable; the degree to which something changes
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌvɛriəˈbɪləti/
Example Sentences
- The chef was frustrated by the variability in egg sizes - some were tiny like marbles, others huge like tennis balls.
- Scientists study the variability in student attention spans during Monday morning classes.
- The variability in test scores suggests that students need more consistent preparation methods.
variability
NOUN[/ˌvɛriəˈbɪləti/]
the quality or state of being variable; the degree to which something changes
The weather showed high variability during spring.
The route's variability increased whenever traffic conditions changed. (VARY + ABLE = VARIABLE → able to change)
Variability encourages adaptability and can lead to dependability.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'varius' meaning 'diverse' or 'varied', the word evolved through Middle English and Old French to form 'variable' (capable of changing), with the suffix '-ity' (denoting a quality or state) added to create 'variability', expressing the quality of being changeable or inconstant.
Breakdown
vari- (from Latin varius, meaning diverse/varied) + -able (capable of) + -ity (quality or state), literally 'the quality of being capable of varying or changing'.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The chef was frustrated by the variability in egg sizes - some were tiny like marbles, others huge like tennis balls.”
“Scientists study the variability in student attention spans during Monday morning classes.”
“The variability in test scores suggests that students need more consistent preparation methods.”
“Market researchers analyze price variability to predict consumer behavior patterns.”
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