PRACTICALITY Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

practicality

noun

Definition of practicality

as in usefulness

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Recent Examples of practicality This advancement has the potential to enhance the practicality of hydrogen systems for vehicular and aerospace applications. — Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 11 Sep. 2026 Striking the right balance between practicality and passion is a nearly impossible task. — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 10 Sep. 2026 Between spending hours in the late-summer heat and logging some serious mileage around the grounds, comfort and practicality can take you a long way. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 8 Sep. 2026 A little lighting can go a long way, and this 100-foot string of shatterproof Edison-style bulbs adds a cozy glow and practicality to any patio. — Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2026 The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Lite hits the ideal middle ground between flagship utility and budget practicality. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 4 Sep. 2026 The Tankaneo Cropped Bomber Jacket adds a sporty layer, while the Tigeridea Mary Jane Sneakers lean into the ballet-sneaker trend without sacrificing practicality on a travel day. — Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 4 Sep. 2026 It was once destined for 2028 but has run into snags related to pricing, manufacturing and practicality. — Bloomberg, Mercury News, 4 Sep. 2026 Trimming may become necessary for practicality, but leaving the leaves is better. — Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 2 Sep. 2026

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In the ongoing debate about the usefulness of data centers, or the overwhelming curse of the same, both sides have their arguments.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 9 Sep. 2026
Its software, which will run iOS 27 at launch, was also designed alongside the hardware to maximize its usefulness in both landscape and portrait modes.

— Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2026

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The first Chinese cargo ship traveling along the Northern Sea Route is set to dock in England this week, reflecting Beijing’s growing Arctic ambitions, though analysts cast doubt on the venture’s commercial feasibility.

— Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 8 Sep. 2026
During startup, feasibility agents extract unstructured protocol criteria and fix enrollment bottlenecks before site activation even begins.

— Anshima Raj, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2026

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