visibility
noun
vis·i·bil·i·ty
ˌvi-zə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
plural visibilities
1
: the quality or state of being visible
2
a
: the degree of clearness (as of the atmosphere or ocean)
specifically
: the greatest distance through the atmosphere toward the horizon at which prominent objects can be identified with the naked eye
b
: capability of being readily noticed
c
: capability of affording an unobstructed view
3
: a measure of the ability of radiant energy to evoke visual sensation
Examples of visibility in a Sentence
The extra publicity helped to increase the company's visibility.
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Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control
Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 28 July 2025
Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 28 July 2025
Visibility Gaps Without a central hub to store information, data can become siloed, leaving visibility gaps for procurement teams responsible for managing the entirety of their organization’s spend.
—M. Todd Abner, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
The results showed significant improvement in fine lines and wrinkles, skin firmness and tone, hyperpigmentation, and pore visibility.
—Essence, 28 July 2025
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 28 July 2025
Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 28 July 2025
Visibility Gaps Without a central hub to store information, data can become siloed, leaving visibility gaps for procurement teams responsible for managing the entirety of their organization’s spend.
—M. Todd Abner, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
The results showed significant improvement in fine lines and wrinkles, skin firmness and tone, hyperpigmentation, and pore visibility.
—Essence, 28 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for visibility
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“Visibility.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/visibility. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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visibility
noun
vis·i·bil·i·ty
ˌviz-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē
1
: the quality or state of being visible
2
: the degree of clearness of the atmosphere
Medical Definition
visibility
noun
vis·i·bil·i·ty
ˌviz-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē
plural visibilities
1
: the quality or state of being visible
2
: a measure of the ability of radiant energy to evoke visual sensation
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