POSSIBLE Synonyms: 84 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: How does the adjective 'possible' differ from other similar words?

The words feasible and practicable are common synonyms of possible . While all three words mean "capable of being realized," possible implies that a thing may certainly exist or occur given the proper conditions. // a possible route up the west face of the mountain

Q: Where would 'feasible' be a reasonable alternative to 'possible'?

Although the words feasible and possible have much in common, feasible applies to what is likely to work or be useful in attaining the end desired. // commercially feasible for mass production

Q: In what contexts can 'practicable' take the place of 'possible'?

In some situations, the words practicable and possible are roughly equivalent. 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

possible

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ˈpä-sə-bəl

Definition of possible

as in feasible

capable of being done or carried out I think that building the entire set in two days is possible, albeit difficult

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as in potential

existing only as a possibility and not in fact only one of several possible outcomes

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How does the adjective possible differ from other similar words?

The words feasible and practicable are common synonyms of possible. While all three words mean "capable of being realized," possible implies that a thing may certainly exist or occur given the proper conditions.

a possible route up the west face of the mountain

Where would feasible be a reasonable alternative to possible?

Although the words feasible and possible have much in common, feasible applies to what is likely to work or be useful in attaining the end desired.

commercially feasible for mass production

In what contexts can practicable take the place of possible?

In some situations, the words practicable and possible are roughly equivalent. 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

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Recent Examples of possible Cleveland Clinic lists a long slate of possible benefits ranging from lower blood pressure and improved oxygen levels to reduced snoring, better dry mouth and improved bad breath. — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2026 The students who stepped forward when their teacher collapsed playing basketball in Michigan illustrate what becomes possible when CPR skills are taught before they are needed. — Meng Yang, Time, 18 Oct. 2026 Amata’s goal is to get people offline and into the real world as soon as possible, founder Ludovic Hureaux said. — Sneha Dhandapani, CNN Money, 17 Oct. 2026 Once promoted by her husband as a possible successor in the Governor’s Mansion, Casey DeSantis has since largely retreated from public view. — Christopher Spata, Miami Herald, 17 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for possible

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Fort Worth officials said expanding recess to an hour is not feasible under current campus master schedules, but noted the TCU research could inform future conversations about the school day.

— Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Oct. 2026
By completing such a flight on battery power alone, Quantum Systems demonstrated that high-subsonic flight using this technology is feasible.

— David Szondy October 20, New Atlas, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of feasible

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The six projects selected for the inaugural lab came to El Gouna to pitch their series and meet potential industry partners, with the aim of moving the projects closer to production.

— Essie Assibu, Variety, 24 Oct. 2026
Earlier in the day, police officers preemptively searched protesters, and arrested people suspected of carrying potential weapons, including fireworks and ball bearings, Reuters reported.

— James Cirrone , Brittany Miller, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of potential

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The Town Board also wants the developer to add 5% or 10% attainable housing — homes affordable to teachers, police officers, firefighters and others — compared with none currently proposed.

— Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2026
Russia’s pragmatist-in-chief has therefore settled on the Donbas as an attainable negotiating goal, while pressure grows on Kyiv to concede.

— Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of attainable

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Future success will require Space42 to turn its technological capabilities, capital commitments and international partnerships into commercially viable services that can compete across markets at scale and at a sustainable cost.

— Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2026
The scale of the invasion has made control difficult, and harvester and marine economic development coordinator Eli Gladstone hopes a viable market for the crabs could help reduce their numbers.

— Victoria Malloy, Time, 21 Oct. 2026

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