CONCEIVABLE Synonyms: 39 Similar and Opposite Words

conceivable

adjective

Definition of conceivable

as in possible

able to be imagined They discussed the question from every conceivable angle. It is conceivable that she will refuse to go.

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Recent Examples of conceivable Schumaker’s Cardinals went on to win the World Series by defeating his current employer in one of the most painful defeats conceivable for a franchise, or fans. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Sep. 2026 This is, in fact, probably the strongest conceivable case for regulation. — Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 14 Sep. 2026 Men in every conceivable uniform moved in and out of the gate to GZ. — Devin Friedman, Rolling Stone, 11 Sep. 2026 The preparations include drafted legal briefs and plans for litigation covering nearly every conceivable scenario. — Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 4 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for conceivable

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There was palpable excitement, especially after Barringer noted that national Democrats had put the seat on a list of ones to watch for a possible upset.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026
The embassy said in a statement Monday that partial curfews had been introduced in several French cities, with additional restrictions possible.

— Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026

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