Changeability — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˈchān-jə-bəl/ change·able

Meaning & Definition of Changeability

Changeability (adjective)

  1. capable of change
  2. able or apt to vary
  3. subject to change, alterable

Changeability (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in mutability, inconstancy

    similar: inconstancy, mutability, insubstantiality, unsoundness, laxness, looseness, slackness, insecurity, instability, precariousness, shakiness, unstableness, unsteadiness
    opposite: fastness, fixedness, security, stability, steadiness, firmness, soundness, substantiality

Related Entry: Changeable (adjective)

Changeable is a different word from Changeability. The synonyms below are for changeable, not for changeability.

  1. capable of being readily changed

    "an easily changeable color scheme for the nursery"

    similar: adaptable, adjustable, alterable, elastic, flexible, fluid, malleable, modifiable, pliable, variable
    related: changing, fluctuating, inconstant, labile, unstable, unsteady, varying, versatile
    opposite: established, fixed, immutable, inelastic, inflexible, invariable, nonmalleable, ramrod, set, unadaptable, unalterable, unbudgeable, unchangeable
    near: constant, stable, steady, unchanging, uniform, unvarying

  2. likely to change frequently, suddenly, or unexpectedly

    "the changeable nature of the business is such that you either have too much or too little to do"

    similar: capricious, changeful, fickle, flickery, fluctuating, fluid, inconsistent, inconstant, mercurial, mutable, skittish, temperamental, uncertain, unpredictable, unsettled, unstable, unsteady, variable, volatile, up in the air
    related: aimless, arbitrary, desultory, erratic, haphazard, hit-or-miss, irregular, random, scattered, slapdash, stray, ambivalent, hesitating, shaky, shilly-shally, shilly-shallying, vacillating, wavering, dicey, undependable, unreliable, untrustworthy, adaptable, mobile, protean, versatile
    opposite: certain, changeless, constant, immutable, invariable, predictable, settled, stable, stationary, steady, unchangeable, unchanging, unvarying
    near: equable, even, uniform, abiding, durable, lasting, permanent, persistent, dependable, reliable, sure, tried, tried-and-true, true, trustworthy, trusty

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Changeability

The most common words with a similar meaning to Changeability:

inconstancy, mutability, insubstantiality, unsoundness, laxness, looseness, slackness, insecurity, instability, precariousness, shakiness, unstableness, unsteadiness

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Changeability

Words with the opposite meaning of Changeability:

fastness, fixedness, security, stability, steadiness, firmness, soundness, substantiality

Word Forms of Changeability

Derived words: changeability (noun), changeableness (noun), changeably (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Changeability

First known use: 13th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Changeability

What does "Changeability" mean?

"Changeability" means capable of change. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: capable of change.

What is another word for "Changeability"?

Other words for "Changeability" include inconstancy, mutability, insubstantiality, unsoundness, laxness, looseness, slackness and insecurity. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Changeability" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Changeability"?

There are 13 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Changeability". Common alternatives include inconstancy, mutability, insubstantiality, unsoundness, laxness, looseness, slackness, insecurity, instability and precariousness.

What is the opposite of "Changeability"?

Antonyms of "Changeability" include fastness, fixedness, security, stability, steadiness, firmness, soundness and substantiality.

Is "Changeability" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Changeability" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Changeability"?

"Changeability" is pronounced /ˈchān-jə-bəl/ and divided into syllables as change·able.

What is the origin of the word "Changeability"?

First known use: 13th century.

What is another word for "Changeability" meaning "as in mutability, inconstancy"?

When "Changeability" (noun) means as in mutability, inconstancy, synonyms include inconstancy, mutability, insubstantiality, unsoundness, laxness and looseness. Opposites in this sense include fastness, fixedness, security and stability.