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Substitutability

/ˌsʌb.stɪ.tʃəˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/
nounCEFR C1 (Advanced)Top #15000 frequency
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  1. 1

    The quality of being able to be replaced or exchanged with something else.

    "In economics, the substitutability of goods affects consumer choice and market dynamics."
  2. 2

    The extent to which one product or service can be used in place of another.

    "High substitutability between two brands can lead to increased competition."

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The term 'substitutability' is derived from the root 'substitute', which comes from the Latin 'substituere', meaning 'to put in place of'. The suffix '-ability' indicates the quality of being able to be substituted, evolving in usage from the late 19th century.

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