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How does the adjective feasible differ from other similar words?

The words possible and practicable are common synonyms of feasible. While all three words mean "capable of being realized," feasible applies to what is likely to work or be useful in attaining the end desired.

commercially feasible for mass production

Where would possible be a reasonable alternative to feasible?

While the synonyms possible and feasible are close in meaning, possible implies that a thing may certainly exist or occur given the proper conditions.

a possible route up the west face of the mountain

When might practicable be a better fit than feasible?

The meanings of practicable and feasible largely overlap; 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

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of feasible Furthermore, recent research from Vietnam suggests that lung cancer screening might be feasible with chest x-rays and artificial intelligence, which is a more realistic, scalable option for sub-Saharan Africa, Koegelenberg says. Simar Bajaj, NPR, 12 Aug. 2025 And although not always feasible, Larsen suggests going straight to the source when possible by speaking with a farmer at a farmers market to learn about growing practices and products. Riane Lumer, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2025 Yet as the country invests more resources into scaling up its green hydrogen market, Fulton notes that other low emissions technologies, like electric batteries, may become less feasible. IEEE Spectrum, 6 Aug. 2025 For some hourly workers, finding additional income streams is feasible. Jenna Hinrichsen, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for feasible
Recent Examples of Synonyms for feasible
Adjective
  • Dunst told Town & Country, referring to a possible second film in the franchise and any flick that helps fill her bank account.
    Jay Stahl, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2025
  • Neighbors reported hearing a possible disturbance overnight.
    Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • According to HackerEarth, successful hackathon projects like GroupMe (sold for $80 million) and Carousell demonstrate how competitions can identify viable ventures early.
    Douglas B. Laney, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
  • Iowa State looked like a viable Big 12 contender last weekend.
    Kilty Cleary, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Aug. 2025

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“Feasible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feasible. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.

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