unworkable

1 of 2

adjective

un·​work·​able ˌən-ˈwər-kə-bəl 

: not workable : impractical

an unworkable plan/solution

unworkability

ˌən-ˌwər-kə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

unworkably

ˌən-ˈwər-kə-blē 

adverb

unworkability

2 of 2

noun

un·​workability ¦ən+ 

: the quality or state of being unworkable : impracticality

Synonyms of unworkable

Adjective

• impractical
• useless
• unsuitable

Examples of unworkable in a Sentence

Adjective

the company decided that the proposed reorganization of its operations was unworkable due to high costs

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Or, in mathematics, if a single number were lost, the entirety of mathematical science would be flawed, incomplete, and unworkable. — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 22 Sep. 2026

Rather than unworkable claims of an absolute certainty about an absolute reality, Rovelli sees science as an invitation to the great creative effort of seeking knowledge. — Adam Frank, NPR, 14 Sep. 2026

Opponents have branded the bill unsafe and unworkable, citing concerns around potential coercion of vulnerable people and a lack of safeguards for those with disabilities. — ABC News, 11 Sep. 2026

Opponents branded the bill unsafe and unworkable, citing concerns around potential coercion of vulnerable people and a lack of safeguards for those with disabilities. — Pan Pylas, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1839, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unworkable

• workable