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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 The $750 billion energy goal is not feasible, and the $600 billion investment figure is soft, at best. Anna Broughel, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025 Launches are feasible only about once every 26 months, when the planets’ orbits align to minimize travel time and fuel requirements. Franklin Foer, The Atlantic, 28 July 2025 But this approach is no longer feasible, thanks in large measure to the successes the liberal international order produced. Stacie E. Goddard, Foreign Affairs, 28 July 2025 But with automatic qualification unlikely, the 39-year-old captain may have to pick himself, a move that's now more feasible due to a rule change agreed upon by Team Europe. Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for feasible
Recent Examples of Synonyms for feasible
Adjective
  • Their identifications were made possible by advanced DNA analysis of remains recovered from the attack, along with family outreach, said the OCME.
    David Chiu, People.com, 8 Aug. 2025
  • Look for manufacturers that ship parts into the country as few times as possible, and avoid manufacturers whose process depends on parts and goods crossing the border multiple times.
    Reco McCambry, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • Therefore, since no other viable options seem to exist, the person chooses to remain silent.
    Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025
  • Canada is the second-largest country in the world and flying is often the only viable option.
    Rob Gillies, Chicago Tribune, 16 Aug. 2025

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“Feasible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feasible. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.

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