English

sustainability

səˌsteɪnəˈbɪləti, səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ə.t̬i, səsˌteɪnəˈbɪlɪti
Meaning: the quality of being able to continue over time
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ə.t̬i, səsˌteɪnəˈbɪlɪti

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Example sentences

The new policy focuses on the long-term sustainability of the community.
The new policy focuses on the long-term sustainability of the community.
The theme of the conference was environmental sustainability.
The theme of the conference was environmental sustainability.
Modern architecture often focuses on sustainability.
Modern architecture often focuses on sustainability.

Usage Notes

Often refers to environmental protection or the ability of an economy or project to last without running out of resources.

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