practicality

practicality

practicality

CEFR: C1-C2 /prac-ti-cal-i-ty/ [p.r.ae2.k.t.ih0.k.ae1.l.ah0.t.iy0]

Practicality means the quality of being appropriate or suited for actual use. If you choose your new shoes based on their practicality, you'll probably buy a pair of sneakers, rather than knee-high boots with five-inch heels.

Example Sentences:
The debate on the practicality of wind as a source of renewable energy has been going on for decades.
His optimism and practicality make him a skilled businessman.
The size of the machine makes me doubt its practicality (meaning suitability) for use in the home.
I know you like the dressy shoes better than the sneakers, but I think you should choose based on practicality, not style.