DESIRABLENESS Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

desirableness

noun

Definition of desirableness

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suitability for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances began to question the desirableness of a life of indolence on a tropical isle

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Noun

How much of that desirability is already reflected in the valuation?

— Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Rents and vacancy rates can vary dramatically depending on the community and its desirability, and, of course, on the size of the apartment.

— Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 July 2026

Definition of desirability

Noun

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved a motion by Supervisor Lindsey Horvath directing county agencies to study the feasibility of launching a county Office of Gender Equity.

— Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 11 Aug. 2026
The work will focus on technical feasibility, fuel development, manufacturing, and potential commercialization.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of feasibility

Noun

In early February 2026 Caine expressed concerns about initiating a war with Iran, pointing out the risks of a long-term conflict without offering guidance on the advisability of going to war.

— L. Sue Baugh, Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 May 2026
The authors were careful to say that their findings aren’t a blanket endorsement of PSA screening and that men should consult with their doctors about the advisability of the test.

— Annalisa Merelli, STAT, 14 May 2026

Definition of advisability

Noun

With competition so fierce in the race to build and release the latest AI models however, the expediency of shaving off every possible drag on speed trumps all.

— Emily Forlini, Fortune, 11 Aug. 2026
The desire for expediency—get-rich-quick schemes—almost inevitably leads to disaster, as the lure of wealth often culminates in despair—a roller-coaster lifestyle—without a methodical result-yielding strategy.

— David Capablanca, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

Definition of expediency

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