IMPRACTICAL Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

impractical

adjective

(ˌ)im-ˈprak-ti-kəl

Definition of impractical

as in useless

not capable of being put to use or account the flimsy little toy shovel was cute, but completely impractical for digging up tree stumps

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Recent Examples of impractical On a 30-story building, rooftop space may compete with mechanical systems and amenities, making conventional solar impractical. — Zev Laine, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 For a long time, our leading hypothesis was bullying and violence, but that may be a bit impractical, given their kingdoms are vast networks of tunnels that can stretch for up to three kilometers. — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 21 July 2026 Statement architectural features, like large windows and spiral staircases, are impractical for daily living. — The Spruce, 21 July 2026 Even if that goal proves impractical, techniques pioneered with the thylacine could help other animals. — Taylor Dotson, Scientific American, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for impractical

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Houston Astros outfielder Taylor Trammell took a useless jog around the bases in a game against the Toronto Blue Jays earlier this week.

— Zach Dean OutKick, FOXNews.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Of course, what's worth the money for one person may be completely useless to someone else, regardless of the cost.

— Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 4 Aug. 2026