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How does the adjective possible differ from other similar words?

The words feasible and practicable are common synonyms of possible. While all three words mean "capable of being realized," possible implies that a thing may certainly exist or occur given the proper conditions.

a possible route up the west face of the mountain

Where would feasible be a reasonable alternative to possible?

Although the words feasible and possible have much in common, feasible applies to what is likely to work or be useful in attaining the end desired.

commercially feasible for mass production

In what contexts can practicable take the place of possible?

In some situations, the words practicable and possible are roughly equivalent. 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

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Recent Examples of possible This finals matchup is a perfect promotional ending, with this 68-win Thunder squad showing dominance is still possible in the second-apron era and the plucky Pacers (who started the season 10-15 before finishing 50-32) reminding the masses underdog tales are still in play, too. Sam Amick, New York Times, 22 June 2025 At least seven state investigators on the case have been hospitalized for possible exposure to the poison, WISN.com reported. Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2025 The town of Porter is committed to keeping its dispatch center with Chesterton as long as possible. Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 22 June 2025 This might signal that the two are also getting ready for a possible upcoming change. Lissete Lanuza Sáenz, StyleCaster, 22 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for possible
Recent Examples of Synonyms for possible
Adjective
  • Measuring fetal testosterone exposure would require continuous monitoring of levels in the amniotic fluid, which isn’t feasible.
    Julia Ries, Health, 24 June 2025
  • Transferring the manufacturing models used in emerging economies to the U.S. simply isn't feasible.
    Kristen Waggoner, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 June 2025
Adjective
  • The White House and congressional Republicans will have to address persistent voter concerns as new polling and potential amendments emerge in the legislative process.
    Jason Lemon, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 June 2025
  • But Trump has yet to fully explain his sharp shift in posture, from determined dealmaker to potential participant in the attack on Tehran.
    Eric Cortellessa, Time, 19 June 2025
Adjective
  • Of those cases, just 12 viable infants were born and survived the neonatal period, which is the first 28 days of life.
    Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 19 June 2025
  • Earlier on Tuesday, an Israeli official declined to comment on Newsweek's question regarding whether the Israel Defense Forces considered Khamenei to be a viable target.
    Dan Gooding Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 June 2025

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“Possible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/possible. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.

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