1
as in achievable
capable of being done or carried out
set attainable goals, not impracticable ones
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as in obtainable
possible to get
I don't know if those blue jeans are attainable overseas
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Recent Examples of attainable
Only 32% said the American Dream is still attainable.
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Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 14 Apr. 2026
Though one of Kate’s signature scents is no longer on the market, the Princess of Wales has a fragrance collection that’s surprisingly attainable.
—Rebecca Norris, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
The all-metal build, responsive keyboard and haptic touchpad are all luxurious, and a 50% discount makes this very attainable.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 10 Apr. 2026
Atlanta is one of the best cities for first-time homebuyers in 2026, according to a new ranking from Zillow, which looked at factors like rent affordability, available inventory, and competition for attainable homes.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
Another of Markworth’s goals has to do with making homeownership more attainable for young families in Blue Springs, thereby incentivizing a higher rate of Blue Springs School District graduates to stay in the area in adulthood.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
And families in the Bronx and other communities where kids live in the divide are hopeful that Mayor Mamdani will see closing the gap for every New York kid as a call to bring together the public and private sectors around an attainable goal.
—Latoya Williams-Belfort, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026
In contrast, some people think perfection is not attainable or desirable.
—Jeanne Beatrix Law, The Conversation, 26 Mar. 2026
Some people are encouraged by lofty, ambitious goals, whereas others prefer smaller, more attainable ones.
—Matt Fuchs, Time, 25 Mar. 2026
Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 14 Apr. 2026
Though one of Kate’s signature scents is no longer on the market, the Princess of Wales has a fragrance collection that’s surprisingly attainable.
—Rebecca Norris, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
The all-metal build, responsive keyboard and haptic touchpad are all luxurious, and a 50% discount makes this very attainable.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 10 Apr. 2026
Atlanta is one of the best cities for first-time homebuyers in 2026, according to a new ranking from Zillow, which looked at factors like rent affordability, available inventory, and competition for attainable homes.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 6 Apr. 2026
Another of Markworth’s goals has to do with making homeownership more attainable for young families in Blue Springs, thereby incentivizing a higher rate of Blue Springs School District graduates to stay in the area in adulthood.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
And families in the Bronx and other communities where kids live in the divide are hopeful that Mayor Mamdani will see closing the gap for every New York kid as a call to bring together the public and private sectors around an attainable goal.
—Latoya Williams-Belfort, New York Daily News, 30 Mar. 2026
In contrast, some people think perfection is not attainable or desirable.
—Jeanne Beatrix Law, The Conversation, 26 Mar. 2026
Some people are encouraged by lofty, ambitious goals, whereas others prefer smaller, more attainable ones.
—Matt Fuchs, Time, 25 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attainable
Adjective
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The goal of any cinnamon-roll fanatic — getting them pipin’ hot from the oven — is achievable at the new Berkeley outpost.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
10 Apr. 2026
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By anchoring specialized avenues in the Midwest, telehealth establishes an achievable starting line.—
Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone,
Kansas City Star,
10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The court should grant enough time to do that analysis — and everyone involved should hope that the Texas lab does not determine that the Deerfield Beach lab mishandled the sample to the point where no results are obtainable.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Apr. 2026
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The Supreme Court should grant enough time to do that analysis — and everyone involved in this case had better pray that the Texas lab doesn’t determine that the Deerfield Beach lab mishandled the sample to the point where no results are obtainable.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Few details have been released, but Miami Fire told CBS News Miami that crews were called to the corner of 9th Street and South Miami Avenue in Brickell after getting reports of a possible overdose of a 20-year-old man.—
Abby Dodge,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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After the flight crew allegedly requested an onboard doctor, a physician-passenger advised that due to the severity of the burns and their proximity to her genitals, AC should be transported to an urgent care facility as soon as possible, the complaint says.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The pair is available in two lengths to accommodate tall and petite shoppers, and in 10 shades for easy matching.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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Sleeves, braces and more available.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Montgomery says the program's financial help makes the deck removal feasible for her.—
Lauren Sommer,
NPR,
10 Apr. 2026
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Sierra Club San Diego calls on the city of San Diego to recirculate a revised Draft Environmental Impact Report that includes a fair evaluation of multiple feasible sites.—
Charles Rilli,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Our goal is to create a space that is consistently safe and accessible for students.—
Ashley Sharp,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The tool is accessible anywhere on your computer through a keyboard shortcut.—
James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Attainable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attainable. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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