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practicable

adjective

Simple meaning

Able to be accomplished.

Pronunciation

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praktuhkuhbuhl

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈpɹæktəkəbəl

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Definition

Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.

adjective

  1. Capable of being accomplished; feasible.

  2. Serving a useful function; useful, functional or handy.

  3. Available for use; accessible or employable.

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Aura for this meaning

This meaning: Capable of being accomplished; feasible.

Used this way, practicable is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It quietly approves while staying precise.

Emotional tone
Positive
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Gentle
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Successful and accomplished
Usage feel
Precise and approving

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Word Family

Related forms, grouped by how they connect.

Word family

Words built from the same root.

  • practicaladjectiveDerived adjective

    Concerned with actual use or practice.

  • practicallyadverbDerived adverb

    Almost.

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Synonyms

Sense: capable of being accomplished

possibleviable

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