Definition of feasiblenext

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How does the adjective feasible differ from other similar words?

The words possible and practicable are common synonyms of feasible. While all three words mean "capable of being realized," feasible applies to what is likely to work or be useful in attaining the end desired.

commercially feasible for mass production

Where would possible be a reasonable alternative to feasible?

While the synonyms possible and feasible are close in meaning, possible implies that a thing may certainly exist or occur given the proper conditions.

a possible route up the west face of the mountain

When might practicable be a better fit than feasible?

The meanings of practicable and feasible largely overlap; however, practicable implies that something may be effected by available means or under current conditions.

a solution that is not practicable in the time available

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of feasible This expansion is technically feasible. Gerui Wang, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026 With a tiny team, a day job and the occasional teaching gig, Wicks has found that maintaining the app to the degree in which it can be properly released has not been feasible. Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 21 Jan. 2026 According to the team, the process began by generating a library of collision-free, kinematically feasible grasp poses, since grasping requirements directly influence finger placement and crawling performance. Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 21 Jan. 2026 Elon Musk, who led the DOGE initiative as a special government agent, stepped down at the end of May 2025, after earlier casting doubt on whether the checks were feasible and noting that Congress and the president would have final say. Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 20 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for feasible
Recent Examples of Synonyms for feasible
Adjective
  • With just one point out of a possible 10 during this home stand, this team now feels more akin to the one that spun nearly out of control in November and December.
    Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 28 Jan. 2026
  • Japan’s Finance Minister said the government will coordinate with the US on currency responses when necessary, as market participants grow increasingly wary of possible coordinated action between Washington and Tokyo.
    Erica Yokoyama, Bloomberg, 28 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Officially too, that will happen by 2028—but few people believe that goal is achievable.
    Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 29 Jan. 2026
  • Strong leaders explain decisions, define success clearly, acknowledge constraints and foster sustainable growth, making ambition feel achievable.
    Cheryl Robinson, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Unlike their forebears, however, today’s boneless couches are not high design but rather attainable furniture.
    Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Jan. 2026
  • Following the 39 mm version that was released in 2023, this model—unveiled last month at LVMH Watch Week—offers a more attainable entry into the TAG Heuer universe.
    Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 24 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Second, water and energy constraints will shape where growth is viable.
    Monica Sanders, Forbes.com, 25 Jan. 2026
  • It had never been used to help a patient from the non-viable stage of pregnancy get to the point where a baby could be successfully delivered.
    Kerry Breen, CBS News, 24 Jan. 2026

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“Feasible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feasible. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.

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