desirableness

noun

Definition of desirablenessnext
as in desirability
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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  1. desirability
  2. feasibility
  3. advisability
  4. expediency
  5. prudence
Noun
  • So, for example, slight wear on a vintage Dior by Galliano piece, that could be part of the story of the piece, while a micro trend piece from two seasons ago might not hold lasting desirability.
    — Rachel Elspeth Gross, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026
  • But after moving out of a destination spot like Hawaii, and with the desirability of participating in the game waning, alternates took over.
    — Jonathan Jones, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of desirability
Noun
  • The companies also pointed out that the agreement recognizes PCCA’s work with CORE POWER to assess the feasibility of both pathways.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026
  • While the White House agreed in July to grant Ukraine a license to build Patriots, manufacturers Lockheed Martin and Raytheon are stalling a joint-production deal as executives weigh feasibility and licensing hits red tape, DefenseNews reported.
    — Tasneem Nashrulla, semafor.com, 20 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
Noun
  • Short-term rates went to 5% and change, Treasury bills paid more than investment grade corporates, and savers who had spent fifteen years being punished for prudence suddenly got paid handsomely for doing nothing.
    — Jason Kirsch, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
  • In those conditions, United’s prudence makes financial sense.
    — Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of prudence
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“Desirableness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/desirableness. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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