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 Fortunately, discussions with partners and close friends are practical, pleasant and doable. — Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 25 June 2026 Now new research identifies the precise amount — a recommendation that’s both effective and doable. — Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 24 June 2026 One hour is a long time to wait on these lines, but doable. — Larry Olmsted, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026 Start the conversation, then set a number for one doable fix, because small wins build momentum and remind you that action beats worry. — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for doable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for doable
  1. possible
  2. achievable
  3. feasible
  4. attainable
  5. viable
Adjective
  • Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible.
    — CA Earthquake Bot, Sacbee.com, 7 July 2026
  • The idea behind the lunch- and afternoon tea–only restaurant is to waste as little as possible.
    — Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026
Definition of possible
Adjective
  • Double figures, last achieved by Gerd Muller with 10 in 1970, feels easily achievable.
    — Tim Spiers, New York Times, 8 July 2026
  • Simpler, smaller, and easily achievable ones—the delights of experiencing the moments life offers by connecting ourselves to the physical world.
    — Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 7 July 2026
Definition of achievable
Adjective
  • How feasible those lofty plans will turn out to be remains to be seen, but the startup is optimistic.
    — Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 9 July 2026
  • To make that more feasible, Google is switching to the Harbor framework.
    — Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 8 July 2026
Definition of feasible
Adjective
  • Strict limits on dimensions and engine size translated into generous tax breaks, making car ownership attainable for millions.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 4 July 2026
  • If expanding Washington’s role were the answer, homeownership would be more attainable and more affordable today — not less.
    — Andy Harris, Baltimore Sun, 4 July 2026
Definition of attainable
Adjective
  • With its transit system already short on cash, Miami-Dade’s ambitious blueprint for expanding rail service countywide no longer looks viable without higher taxes, according to a memo from Mayor Daniella Levine Cava.
    — Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 9 July 2026
  • According to Gunson of the International Crisis Group, statements like this suggest that Washington does not view Machado’s movement as a viable alternative for governing Venezuela.
    — Mauricio Torres, CNN Money, 8 July 2026
Definition of viable

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