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Definition of predictability

predictability

/prɪˌdɪktəˈbɪləti/
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Adverb:predictably
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Plural:predictabilities
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Adjective:predictable
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predictability Lexical Profile

predictability Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The quality or state of being able to be known, declared, or estimated in advance; consistency in behavior or outcomes.

Example

"Investors generally favor the predictability of stable markets over sudden economic fluctuations."


2

A lack of originality, surprise, or imagination that makes something seem dull or overly familiar.

Example

"Critics complained about the sheer predictability of the movie's plot."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Predictability. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/predictability
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