CEFR B2

applicability

noun

Meaning

The quality or state of being relevant, suitable, or useful in a particular situation.

Examples

We are examining the applicability of the new theory to our research.
The applicability of the law to online transactions is still being debated.

Synonyms: relevance, suitability, utility, pertinence

Learn English that separates you from the crowd with Anaversity: private classes, Ani practice, Campus tools, and a public English-learning community.

applicability (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌæplɪkəˈbɪləti/

Definition

The quality or state of being relevant, suitable, or useful in a particular situation.

Examples

We are examining the applicability of the new theory to our research.
The applicability of the law to online transactions is still being debated.
The software's applicability for small businesses was a key selling point.

How to Use applicability

applicability of (prepositional phrase): The relevance or suitability of something to a particular thing. — "The applicability of the new guidelines to remote work situations is being evaluated."
applicability to (prepositional phrase): The relevance or suitability of something for a particular situation or group. — "The applicability of the vaccine to children is still under investigation."

Synonyms of applicability

Words with a similar meaning to applicability:

Antonyms of applicability

Words with the opposite meaning to applicability:

Browse the full Anaversity dictionary