Affordances

C2 16+
Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /əˈfɔːrdəns/

Definitions of affordances

noun a quality or feature of an object that allows it to be used in a particular way or for a particular purpose

Example Sentences

A1 I see the affordances of using a smartphone for communication.

A2 Children quickly learn the affordances of different toys for play.

B1 The affordances of social media platforms vary depending on the user's needs.

B2 Designers must consider the affordances of a product to ensure it meets user expectations.

C1 An in-depth analysis of the affordances of technology in education is necessary for effective implementation.

C2 Experts in human-computer interaction study the affordances of various interfaces to optimize user experience.

Examples of affordances in a Sentence

formal The design of the new software takes into consideration the affordances of the user interface.

informal Make sure you understand the affordances of the new app before using it.

slang I can't figure out the affordances of this website, it's so confusing.

figurative The affordances of the situation allowed for a smooth transition to the new management team.

Grammatical Forms of affordances

plural

affordances

comparative

more affordant

superlative

most affordant

present tense

afford

future tense

will afford

perfect tense

have afforded

continuous tense

is affording

singular

affordance

positive degree

more affordant

infinitive

to afford

gerund

affording

participle

afforded

Origin and Evolution of affordances

First Known Use: 1977 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'affordances' was coined by psychologist James J. Gibson in his book 'The Ecological Approach to Visual Perception' published in 1977.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the field of psychology to describe the relationship between an object and an individual's perception and actions, the term 'affordances' has since been adopted and expanded upon in various fields such as design, technology, and human-computer interaction.