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Meaning of acceptability
The state of being acceptable or tolerated.
Etymology of acceptability
The word "acceptability" originates from the Latin words "acceptare" meaning "to receive willingly" and the suffix "-ability" which forms nouns indicating a state or quality.
Historical usage dates back to the 15th century, where it referred to the state of being acceptable or receivable.
Synonyms
acceptance
approval
legitimacy
validity
permissibility
tolerability
palatability
likability
desirability
attractiveness
pleasantness
agreeability
favorability
advisability
feasibility
practicality
suitability
compatibility
adaptability
viability
sensibility
reasonableness
justifiability
defensibility
tenability
plausibility
credibility
persuasiveness
Definitions
- The quality of being acceptable, especially in relation to social norms or standards.
- * The state of being considered tolerable or satisfactory.
Usage Examples
- The company's new policy has raised questions about its acceptability to the general public.
- * The acceptability of the proposal depends on the results of the feasibility study.
Antonyms
unacceptability
rejection
disapproval
illegitimacy
invalidity
impermissibility
intolerance
unpleasantness
disagreeability
unattractiveness
undesirability
incompatibility
impracticality
unsuitability
infeasibility
impracticability
unreasonableness
unjustifiability
inadvisability
inadmissibility
unpalatability