feasible

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Definition

(adjective)
Possible and practical to accomplish
GRE

Example in Context

Engineers determined that the proposed tunnel was technically feasible but would require an unprecedented level of investment.

Synonyms

doablepracticalachievable

Etymology

Something that can be done or achieved; practical.

  • facere (Latin) — to do

Memory Aid

🍽️Sounds like “feast able

At a banquet, a chef declares, 'This FEAST is ABLE to be done with just one hand!'

Visual Association

🍴A one-handed chef effortlessly juggling plates of food while serving guests at a grand feast.

Semantic Clusters

Synonym Groups

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “feasible” mean on the GRE?

feasible (adjective) means “Possible and practical to accomplish”. Engineers determined that the proposed tunnel was technically feasible but would require an unprecedented level of investment.

How to remember “feasible” for the GRE?

Mnemonic: “feasible” sounds like “feast able”. At a banquet, a chef declares, 'This FEAST is ABLE to be done with just one hand!'

What are synonyms for “feasible”?

Common synonyms: doable, practical, achievable.