livability
noun
liv·abil·i·ty
ˌli-və-ˈbi-lə-tē 
variants
or less commonly liveability
1
: survival expectancy : viability
—used especially of poultry and livestock
2
: suitability for human living
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Guimarães Why: Known as the birthplace of Portugal, Guimarães blends medieval charm with modern livability.
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Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
Each of the seven other Texas cities that made the list earned praise for different reasons — but all offered a mix of affordability, livability, and opportunity.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 May 2025
The single-family at 51 Main Street offers a rare blend of classic architectural details and contemporary livability.
—Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 15 May 2025
McVeigh explains that these offer a score of how walkable a neighborhood is based on its access to public transportation, parks, and grocery stores, while factoring in the area’s general convenience and livability.
—Kristine Gill, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2025
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Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
Each of the seven other Texas cities that made the list earned praise for different reasons — but all offered a mix of affordability, livability, and opportunity.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 May 2025
The single-family at 51 Main Street offers a rare blend of classic architectural details and contemporary livability.
—Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 15 May 2025
McVeigh explains that these offer a score of how walkable a neighborhood is based on its access to public transportation, parks, and grocery stores, while factoring in the area’s general convenience and livability.
—Kristine Gill, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2025
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“Livability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/livability. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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