1. the ability to survive or continue to exist, especially under difficult conditions
2. the capacity of a system, structure, or organism to withstand damage and continue functioning
Usage: technical

Examples

• The survivability of the species depends on its ability to adapt to climate change.
• Engineers tested the survivability of the new aircraft design under extreme conditions.
• The building’s survivability during earthquakes was improved with reinforced steel.
• Military planners focus on the survivability of equipment in combat zones.
• The company’s survivability in the market requires constant innovation.
• Researchers studied the survivability of coral reefs in warming oceans.