viability
noun
vi·a·bil·i·ty
ˌvī-ə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
: the quality or state of being viable: such as
a(1)
: the ability to live, grow, and develop
the viability of seeds under dry conditions
(2)
: the capability of a fetus to survive outside the uterus
fetal viability
b
: the ability to function adequately
The viability of lymphocytes serially harvested from stored bank blood …—
Biological Abstracts
Biological Abstracts
c
: the ability to succeed or be sustained
This year's market turmoil had called into question the viability of the investment-banking business model …—Wall Street Journal
Wall Street JournalGetting an informed start now may be essential to future growth and economic viability of the U.S. wine industry.—Gordon W Murchie
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There’s been some discussion around the viability of the Maserati brand’s future, but with the development of the Nettuno engine, the introduction of the newest MCPura model and the brand’s commitment to racing, the road ahead is in focus and Maserati clearly intends to conquer it.
—Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Even with the election still a few years away, polling can offer insight into candidate viability, voter sentiment, and evolving party dynamics, particularly after the pivotal 2024 election cycle.
—Anna Commander, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Aug. 2025
As Frederick prepares for a new baseball chapter, there have been ongoing concerns about the viability of Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium in Aberdeen, home of the IronBirds, as a professional venue.
—Todd Karpovich, Baltimore Sun, 31 July 2025
How involved Crane becomes in the discussions is crucial to the viability of any potential deal involving Correa.
—Dan Hayes, New York Times, 30 July 2025
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Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Even with the election still a few years away, polling can offer insight into candidate viability, voter sentiment, and evolving party dynamics, particularly after the pivotal 2024 election cycle.
—Anna Commander, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Aug. 2025
As Frederick prepares for a new baseball chapter, there have been ongoing concerns about the viability of Leidos Field at Ripken Stadium in Aberdeen, home of the IronBirds, as a professional venue.
—Todd Karpovich, Baltimore Sun, 31 July 2025
How involved Crane becomes in the discussions is crucial to the viability of any potential deal involving Correa.
—Dan Hayes, New York Times, 30 July 2025
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viability
noun
vi·a·bil·i·ty
ˌvī-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē
plural viabilities
: the quality or state of being viable : the ability to live, grow, and develop
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