doable

adjective

ˈdü-ə-bəl How to pronounce doable (audio)
Definition of doablenext
as in possible
capable of being done or carried out the assignment will be just barely doable in the time allowed

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Recent Examples of doable These easy dinner party recipes strike the right balance between impressive and doable. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2026 Working with a physical therapist can help people figure out what is doable for them. — Jennifer Fields, Washington Post, 8 Oct. 2026 But that’s much more doable than an extra 10 hours of flying. — Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2026 This decadent Jewish bakery staple is definitely doable at home— and most delicious when served soon after baking. — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 16 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for doable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for doable
  1. possible
  2. achievable
  3. feasible
  4. attainable
  5. viable
Adjective
  • Digital twin technology makes this possible by creating virtual representations of real-world objects, systems, and processes that can be updated with operational data.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2026
  • The meteorological agency warned people to brace for possible strong quakes in the coming week, especially the next two to three days.
    — Yuri Kageyama, Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of possible
Adjective
  • Washington should shift its focus away from denuclearization, at least in the short term, to concentrate on more achievable nuclear arms control and safety measures.
    — Stephen E. Biegun, Foreign Affairs, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Norwood stage, hair caliber, hair color contrast against the scalp, age and donor density all change what is achievable.
    — Burak Onal, Sacbee.com, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of achievable
Adjective
  • Of course, trips like these aren’t feasible for everyone with inflammatory bowel disease.
    — Katie Camero, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Nov. 2026
  • Similar measures, combined with assistance for communities affected by coal-plant closures, could make emissions reductions more feasible.
    — Don Grant, The Conversation, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of feasible
Adjective
  • The Basel Committee coordinated banking supervision across borders, and the Council of Europe’s 2024 AI convention shows that binding agreement on principles is attainable.
    — Stephen Pitt-Walker, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 2026
  • None of these demands are easily attainable and protesters are indicating their intention to keep demonstrating until Christmas, and possibly even until France’s presidential elections next spring.
    — Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of attainable
Adjective
  • That is mid-range, so either buying or selling premium can be viable for this trade.
    — Julia Spina, CNBC, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Meanwhile, the rest of the class of 2026 director duos have been collaborators from the start of their careers, with Los Javis and Lord and Miller, the two most viable Best Director candidates, even having shorthand nicknames within the industry.
    — Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 9 Nov. 2026
Definition of viable

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“Doable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doable. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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