feasible

adjective

ˈfē-zə-bəl How to pronounce feasible (audio)
Definition of feasiblenext
as in possible
capable of being done or carried out would it be feasible to build a cabin in so short a time?

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How does the adjective feasible differ from other similar words?

The words possible and practicable are common synonyms of feasible. While all three words mean "capable of being realized," feasible applies to what is likely to work or be useful in attaining the end desired.

commercially feasible for mass production

Where would possible be a reasonable alternative to feasible?

While the synonyms possible and feasible are close in meaning, possible implies that a thing may certainly exist or occur given the proper conditions.

a possible route up the west face of the mountain

When might practicable be a better fit than feasible?

The meanings of practicable and feasible largely overlap; however, practicable implies that something may be effected by available means or under current conditions.

a solution that is not practicable in the time available

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Recent Examples of feasible After the proposal is reviewed by the Law and Legislation Committee, Sacramento staff will look into what is feasible for the city to pursue. — Madison Smalstig, Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2026 For Rundle’s clients, who are often dealing with new motherhood, a stroller walk can feel much more feasible than a fancy dinner. — Angela Haupt, Time, 6 Oct. 2026 Quantum-safe finance appears feasible, but the transition will require more computing resources, investment and coordination across institutions. — Joao Gomes, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2026 This flexibility enables rail operators to deploy electric service on routes where traditional electrification may not be economically feasible, according to a press release. — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 1 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for feasible
Recent Examples of Synonyms for feasible
  1. possible
  2. achievable
  3. attainable
  4. viable
Adjective
  • The students who stepped forward when their teacher collapsed playing basketball in Michigan illustrate what becomes possible when CPR skills are taught before they are needed.
    — Meng Yang, Time, 18 Oct. 2026
  • The film team had to come up with a strategy to capture as much as possible without interfering with Schnell’s challenge.
    — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of possible
Adjective
  • Sherman said the expected completion date, about 41 months away, is an achievable goal.
    — Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 15 Oct. 2026
  • But if quitting is not immediately achievable, moving away from combustible tobacco may reduce exposure to harmful chemicals in cigarette smoke.
    — Emma Fenske, The Conversation, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of achievable
Adjective
  • And growing up in Anaheim, some sort of career associated with Disneyland seemed readily attainable.
    — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Having your best friend move in next door is an attainable goal.
    — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of attainable
Adjective
  • As a result, off-grid megawatt charging offers a viable blueprint for cleaner heavy industry.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Singapore strategy Still, Wong argued that competing on price alone was not a viable strategy for Singapore, which must instead differentiate itself through its capabilities, stability and predictability.
    — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of viable

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“Feasible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feasible. Accessed 21 Oct. 2026.

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