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 There’s something about a comedic essay on a road trip that really makes the drive feel doable. — Jasmine Vojdani, Vulture, 12 Aug. 2026 At 7,242 feet above sea level, the peak makes for a challenging but doable hike. — Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 5 Aug. 2026 As a busy mom with a full-time job, being out of commission for a couple weeks just didn’t sound doable. — Hedy Phillips, PEOPLE, 28 July 2026 Name the main point, ask for one doable promise, and offer one in return. — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for doable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for doable
  1. possible
  2. achievable
  3. feasible
  4. attainable
  5. viable
Adjective
  • Choose one repeatable step, book it into your calendar, and let consistency make the plan more possible.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Lawmakers in Canada, in an effort to be diplomatic, had rescinded that Online Streaming Act to get more favorable terms on a possible cross-border trade and tariffs deal.
    — Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of possible
Adjective
  • The projects are part of the county’s Housing Action Plan, which calls for adding 1,300 units of achievable housing by summer 2029.
    — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The strategy for long-term wellness may evolve, but sustainable vitality remains achievable.
    — Nia Bowers, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of achievable
Adjective
  • Debt settlement is an alternative to bankruptcy, but is that route feasible for a high credit card balance?
    — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Earning more money isn't feasible for everyone but trimming your expenses could provide some relief.
    — Liz Knueven, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of feasible
Adjective
  • And if bail is necessary to ensure a return to court, the amount must be attainable and based on an assessment of the defendant’s financial circumstances.
    — Evelyn Ronan, Sacbee.com, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Roughly 55+ catches, 5-7 scores and 900-1,000 total yards are attainable.
    — Brad Evans, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of attainable
Adjective
  • Shared policies, standardized charging and new public chargers aim to make long-haul electric trucking viable by 2030.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Legacy farming practices depend on predictable weather patterns, but today’s extreme weather requires effective, real-time interventions to keep farms economically viable and ecologically sustainable.
    — Jonathan Destler, Fortune, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of viable

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“Doable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doable. Accessed 29 Aug. 2026.

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