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robustness

noun/rəʊˈbʌstnəs/

B2CEFR level
45/100Rarity: uncommon
TechnicalRegister

The capacity of a model, plan, or system to continue performing reliably despite errors, stress, or changing conditions.

The team stress-tested the robustness of the forecast against a sudden spike in input costs.

Similar: resilience, durability

Topic: Frameworks & analysis in Business English

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