Synonyms of usable

usable

adjective

ˈyü-zə-bəl 

variants also useable

1

as in useful

capable of or suitable for being used for a particular purpose

although the spade is usable as a snow shovel, it doesn't do a very good job

Synonyms & Similar Words

• useful
• available
• functional
• operable
• practicable
• serviceable
• employable
• exploitable
• relevant
• feasible
• fit
• viable
• workable
• applicable
• doable
• reusable

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unavailable
• unusable
• impracticable
• inoperable
• nonfunctional
• unemployable

2

as in applicable

capable of being put to use or account

there's not a scrap of usable information in that article on finding the right pet for one's family

Synonyms & Similar Words

• useful
• applicable
• applied
• practical
• applicative
• practicable
• workable
• functional
• actionable
• pragmatic
• serviceable
• working
• available
• ultrapractical
• utilitarian
• obtainable
• accessible
• operating
• reachable
• functioning
• handy
• mundane
• operative
• active
• employed
• down-to-earth
• banausic
• busy
• all-around
• alive

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• useless
• unusable
• impractical
• impracticable
• inapplicable
• theoretical
• unworkable
• abstract
• academic
• inaccessible
• unavailable
• unobtainable
• unattainable
• nonpractical
• unreachable
• unsuitable
• armchair

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of usable

Turning plastic back into fuel is essentially a process of reverse engineering — using heat and chemistry to chop those massive chains back down into short, usable fuel molecules. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 20 July 2026

Even the standard rooms are sizable, and all include an outdoor living area that extends the usable space while still granting privacy. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026

To combat that, add finished compost (to boost those microbe levels) or use a liquid product like fish emulsion that is more immediately usable by plants. — Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2026

Additionally, Lynne recommends outfitting the laundry room with some practical additions that will make the room even more usable, all the while keeping aesthetics top of mind. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 11 July 2026