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Definition of serviceabilitynext
as in usefulness
the capacity for being useful for some purpose I have doubts about the serviceability of some of the junk we've accumulated

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as in available
capable of or suitable for being used for a particular purpose a perfectly serviceable, if old, set of screwdrivers worked fine for repairing the door

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as in adequate
of a level of quality that meets one's needs or standards the acting was serviceable, although not particularly inspired

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Recent Examples of serviceability
Noun
Up to 200 hours of wireless battery life with backlighting off, plus a detachable battery designed for long-term serviceability. — Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 John Bergeron, Attalon’s chief executive officer, said serviceability has become just as important as laser performance as the technology matures. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 23 July 2026
Adjective
In fact, most aircraft can be perfectly serviceable, but may remain grounded due to waiting for spare parts, an engineering decision, depot work, or some other bit of support. — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 19 Sep. 2026 Sprouse is a serviceable lead, adapting to new forms of mayhem while slowly reaching a form of moral rehabilitation, for which he’s rewarded with a romantic arc. — Vadim Rizov, Variety, 19 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for serviceability
Recent Examples of Synonyms for serviceability
Noun
  • Their usefulness will depend on reliable navigation, robust fault responses and effective coordination between onboard systems.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Many conservationists argue that living species possess an inherent right to exist independent of their usefulness to human beings.
    — David Ginsburg, The Conversation, 20 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • More flexible communications could help commanders make better use of available radar coverage.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Although the mattress developed some minor misshaping after a month of heavy use, Moon still thinks it’s packed with value.
    — Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Davis Webb has tried to make the run game the main actor in his opening scripts, to little avail.
    — Sam Jane, Denver Post, 7 Oct. 2026
  • For decades, Washington strove to align perceptions across theaters, to little avail.
    — Kurt M. Campbell, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026

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“Serviceability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/serviceability. Accessed 24 Oct. 2026.

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