Mobility

Definition

Mobility primarily denotes the ability to move or be moved freely and easily.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /moʊˈbɪləti/
• Respelling: moh-BIL-uh-tee (with "moh" as in "motel," "BIL" as in "bill," and "uh-tee" as in "party")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /məʊˈbɪləti/
• Respelling: moh-BIL-uh-tee (with "moh" as in "motel," "BIL" as in "bill," and "uh-tee" as in "party")

In both dialects, "mobility" places the primary stress on the second syllable, "BIL." The pronunciation is quite similar across both American and British English, focusing on the clear articulation of "moh-BIL-uh-tee."

Etymology

The term "mobility" comes from the Latin word "mobilis", meaning "movable" or "capable of moving". This is combined with the suffix "-ity", which turns adjectives into nouns, thus making "mobility" a state or quality of being movable.

Derivatives

• Mobilize
• Mobilization
• Mobilizer
• Immobility
• Remobilize

Synonyms

• Movement
• Locomotion
• Maneuverability

Antonyms

• Immobility
• Stagnation
• Fixedness

Usage

"Mobility" often refers to the ability of something or someone to move. It can be used in various contexts, including describing physical movement, social advancement, or even the ease with which information or data can be transferred.

• The car's mobility was hampered by the snow.
• Economic reforms have increased social mobility in the region.
• Technological advancements have boosted digital mobility.

Related Terms

• Movable
• Transport
• Fluidity
• Transition
• Migration

Detailed Definition

Noun

• Physical Movement: The ability to move or be moved freely and easily.‍
• Example: With his leg in a cast, his mobility was severely restricted.

• Social Advancement: The ability to move between different levels in society or employment.‍
• Example: The scholarship program aims to improve educational mobility for underprivileged students.