Meaning of the word viability in English

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viability

US /ˌvaɪ.əˈbɪl.ə.t̬i/
UK /ˌvaɪ.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Noun

1.

the ability to work successfully

Example:
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The company is currently assessing the financial viability of the project.
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There are doubts about the long-term viability of the new business model.
2.

the ability to live or grow

Example:
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The doctor discussed the viability of the fetus.
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The seeds showed good viability after storage.