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writability

writability

7.4
How well a surface lets a pen or pencil make clear marks
  • noun
  • /ˈraɪtəˌbɪlɪti/
translation icon : escribibilidad
  • The writability of the notebook paper made it ideal for taking clear notes in class.

Examples

  • Low writability can make it difficult to use certain pens on glossy cards.

  • Artists often test the writability of different surfaces before starting a new project.

  • The writability of this paper is excellent.

  • Can you check the writability of that surface?

  • The writability of the journal allowed her to capture her thoughts clearly every day.

  • Before buying the markers, he wanted to ensure the writability of the paper would accommodate vibrant colors.

  • Teachers prefer notebooks with high writability so that students can write legibly during exams.

Synonyms

readability
vswritability
6 3.5

How easy text is to read and understand

is about a surface that helps make clear marks
legibility
vswritability
2 4.1

How easy handwriting or print is to read

is about a surface that allows clear marks to show
decipherability
vswritability
7.6

The ease of reading and understanding writing or speech

is about a surface that makes clear marks easier to interpret

How Writable

writability
7.4
typing paper
  • Archaic
1 2.3

Surface Forms

writability singular
writabilities plural

Morphology

writability = writable (transparent) = writ + able + ity

Built from 'writable' + '-ity'; the surface-related meaning ('able to be written on clearly') is a direct extension of 'writable'.

Etymology

Writability comes from the word write (an old word meaning 'to scratch' or make letters) with -able ('can') and -ity ('state'). So writability here means how well a surface will take writing, or how clearly you can put marks on it.