Word
interoperability
Phoneticsin·ter·op·er·abil·i·ty
US/ˌɪntɚˌɑpɚəˈbɪləti/
UK/ˌɪntəɹˌɒpəɹəbˈɪlɪti/
Uncountable noun
Definition
n. the ability of different computer systems, devices, or software to work together and exchange information smoothly.
n. the capacity of distinct systems, devices, or software applications to exchange and use data or operate in conjunction without special effort from the user.
Examples
“Interoperability lets your phone connect to any Wi-Fi network.”
“The new healthcare platform prioritizes interoperability so hospitals can share patient records across different software systems.”
“Despite years of standardization efforts, true interoperability between competing cloud providers remains elusive, locking many enterprises into single-vendor architectures.”
Examples
simple
“Interoperability lets your phone connect to any Wi-Fi network.”
contextual
“The new healthcare platform prioritizes interoperability so hospitals can share patient records across different software systems.”
complex
“Despite years of standardization efforts, true interoperability between competing cloud providers remains elusive, locking many enterprises into single-vendor architectures.”
Real-World Examples
“Collaboration with US manufacturers will “ promote allied interoperability and provide a second source of supply for critical munitions”, the Australian defence force says.” “The US said both leaders “agreed to accelerate force posture initiatives at Australian bases, bolster cooperation in combined logistics, and build greater interoperability through joint exercises”.” Etymology
From interoperable + -ity; alternatively analyzed as inter- + operability.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
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