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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 Although an appeal remains possible, the ruling delivers a decisive and public defeat for Baldoni and Wayfarer in their attempt to reframe the fallout over the film. Josh Rottenberg, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2025 Deliberations are continuing in Harvey Weinstein’s New York retrial, but a couple of jurors have raised concerns about the fairness of the trial and his defense team has pointed to possible juror misconduct. Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2025 Whether the new song will be included in a possible new Tame Impala album remains to be seen, and tour plans remain a rumor. David Browne, Rolling Stone, 9 June 2025 If the patient is a child, the conversation will involve the family or caregiver when possible. Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 29 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for possible
Recent Examples of Synonyms for possible
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  • Is that feasible and also what the Trump administration is trying to do? Miran’s is a very important paper, with many interesting observations.
    George Calhoun, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
  • Reese said that over 75% of the company’s resin material imports are sourced from Asia, and that replacing these suppliers with U.S.-based manufacturers was not a feasible option.
    Callum Sutherland, Time, 29 May 2025
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  • Other volunteers recently inspired her to start taking shelter dogs out for walks and hikes to get them away from the facility — and in front of potential adopters.
    Meredith Wilshere, People.com, 8 June 2025
  • Checking in for your flight as early as possible—typically 24 hours in advance—is always a good idea to prevent any potential travel hiccups.
    Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2025
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  • But Bloomberg reported that Gazprom had concluded such a plan was not viable.
    Brendan Cole, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
  • Guy's mother spent two weeks calling in-network providers but found no viable options for her son's care.
    Vicky Nguyen, NBC news, 5 June 2025

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“Possible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/possible. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.

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