adjective

feasible

/ˈfiːzəbəl/ · say it: FEE·zuh·buhl

possible to do easily or conveniently

In Sophisticated Everyday

In more detail

1. (adjective) possible to do or achieve; able to be done

2. (adjective) reasonable and practical; likely to work or succeed

Examples

1. It may not be feasible to finish the project by Friday with our current team size.
2. The engineers proposed a feasible solution that wouldn't cost too much money.

How to use feasible

Feasible emphasizes both possibility and practicality, suggesting that something can realistically be accomplished within current constraints. It is stronger than merely possible (which may be theoretical) but less certain than probable. Commonly used in business, project planning, and technical contexts.

Common phrases

feasible solution
feasible option
feasible approach
technically feasible
economically feasible
deemed feasible

Synonyms

viable · practicable · achievable · possible · workable

Opposites

infeasible · impractical · impossible

Word family

feasibility · feasibly

A common mistake

Learners often confuse feasible with possible; feasible requires both potential success and practical viability, whereas something can be theoretically possible but not feasible given time, cost, or resource limitations.

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