survivability

/sərˌvaɪvəˈbɪlɪti/
noun
  1. The ability to survive or continue to exist, especially in difficult conditions.
    • The survivability of the spacecraft depends on its heat shield.
    • The company's survivability was threatened by the sudden drop in sales.
    • Animals in the desert have high survivability because of their water-saving adaptations.
  2. The likelihood or capacity of a system, structure, or organism to withstand damage or threats and remain functional.
    • Doctors assessed the survivability of the patient after the serious accident.
    • The survivability of the network was tested during a simulated cyberattack.
    • Engineers improved the survivability of the tank by adding extra armor.
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