nondurability
nondurability Lexical Profile
nondurability Game Scores & Validity
• noun
In economics and commerce, the characteristic of goods that are consumed quickly or have a very short functional lifespan.
"Because of the nondurability of fresh produce, the supply chain must rely on rapid, temperature-controlled logistics."
The quality or state of lacking durability; the inability to withstand wear, damage, or the test of time.
"The primary flaw of the cheap plastic components is their inherent nondurability under extreme temperatures."
Word Nuance & Usage
Often used in economic and manufacturing contexts to contrast with durability, though the adjective form 'nondurable' is much more common than this noun form.
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Word Origin & Etymology
Coined from the prefix 'non-' (not) combined with 'durability', which ultimately derives from the Latin 'durare' meaning 'to last' or 'endure'.
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