PRACTICALITY Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

practicality

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Definition of practicality

as in usefulness

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Recent Examples of practicality The difficulty lies in discerning exactly what should hold onto—whether out of practicality or sentimentality—and what can be confidently tossed. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 31 July 2026 While our designers both agree that bare wooden stairs are a style and safety issue, Spalding prefers to incorporate the practicality of carpet on stairs with a thoughtful runner. — The Spruce, 30 July 2026 The pants replace leggings or tights, offering extra warmth and, even more practicality, IMO. — Eva Thomas, InStyle, 30 July 2026 The Volkswagen Tiguan stands out for its standard features, competitive pricing, and everyday practicality. — Keith Laing, USA Today, 30 July 2026 These sectors are filled with highly skilled professionals who have established ways of working based on experience, efficiency and practicality. — Omar Hafez, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026 Bring a little personality to your sink without giving up any practicality. — Sarah Scott, Southern Living, 28 July 2026 As for choosing stair runner colors, keep practicality in mind. — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 July 2026 With these quantum systems, SAXON Q is pitching real-world practicality. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 21 July 2026

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The result is deeper retention, stronger memory and community built on usefulness rather than visibility.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Wolf offered hints of rotational usefulness last season, but his clock-killing, ball-stopping dribbles to nowhere stood out more in a summer-league environment where his team was actually trying to win.

— John Hollinger, New York Times, 24 July 2026

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The paper described research on the feasibility of using gene-editing to correct the mutation the caused their daughter’s disorder but did not mention a human trial nor their daughter’s death.

— Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 31 July 2026
If a district is attempting to add residential density, hospitality or mixed-use development, that flexibility could materially affect feasibility.

— Brian Spear, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

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