as in possible
capable of being done or carried out
more research will be required to see if this is a viable solution
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of viable
The controversial diplomatic breakthrough poses a quandary for Vance, whose aides see Rubio as his most viable challenger for the Republican presidential nomination should the secretary choose to run.
—
Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026
At thousands of decisions per second, running AI inference on every event is neither economically viable nor operationally practical.
—David Flower, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
When day temperatures are above 90°F and night temperatures are above 75°F, tomato pollen isn't viable.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 June 2026
So those could be viable alternatives as well, especially considering that rates on both are positioned to rise alongside a potentially increasing Fed rate.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 18 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for viable
Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026
At thousands of decisions per second, running AI inference on every event is neither economically viable nor operationally practical.
—David Flower, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
When day temperatures are above 90°F and night temperatures are above 75°F, tomato pollen isn't viable.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 June 2026
So those could be viable alternatives as well, especially considering that rates on both are positioned to rise alongside a potentially increasing Fed rate.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 18 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for viable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for viable
Adjective
-
Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
-
Tropical storm conditions are possible within the watch area beginning early Wednesday, and are expected within the warning area beginning later on Wednesday.—
MIAMI HERALD HURRICANE BOT,
Miami Herald,
17 June 2026
Adjective
-
The auto sector's transition is achievable in part because many of the underlying skills of employees are highly transferable, according to experts.—
Joseph Wilkins,
CNBC,
17 June 2026
-
Getty Images/iStockphoto In the volatile economic terrain of recent years, saving a large, five-figure sum of money wasn't easily achievable for many.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
Adjective
-
That’s not feasible in a 48-team World Cup.—
Arthur L. Kellermann,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
-
However, that is changing thanks to advances in launchers and robotics that make a rescue mission feasible.—
David Szondy
June 18,
New Atlas,
18 June 2026
Adjective
-
That relative affordability is prompting some would-be buyers to sign leases instead, a more attainable but often deeply frustrating solution, and one that leaves them unable to accumulate wealth at the pace their parents’ and grandparents’ generations did.—
Jackie Cooperman,
Architectural Digest,
16 June 2026
-
District officials believe the aging of existing farmers with no succession plans, less valuable soils in that area, and the current low prices for commodities make financial incentives more attractive and the target attainable.—
Allen Best,
Denver Post,
14 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Viable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/viable. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
