unworkable

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

Synonyms of unworkable

• impractical
• useless
• unsuitable

Examples of unworkable in a Sentence

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

Recent Examples on the Web

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

The network also has characterized the equal time rule as unworkable, given that its stations may be on the hook not just for major party candidates but also third-party rivals. — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unworkable

• workable