# feasible

/ˈfizəbəɫ/ (US) · /fˈiːzəbəl/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/feasible
Updated: 2026-05-02

## Definition

possible to do easily or conveniently. You use this when a plan or idea is realistic and can actually work.

For teachers: capable of being accomplished or brought about; possible and practical to achieve. Often used in professional or technical contexts to evaluate the viability of a proposal.

## Examples

- It is not feasible to finish the whole project by tomorrow.
- The committee decided that building a new bridge was not financially feasible given the current budget cuts.
- While the theoretical model was sound, the engineers questioned whether the design was feasible under extreme weather conditions without significantly increasing the total cost.

## Usage notes

- Often follows a linking verb like 'be', 'seem', or 'become'. Frequently paired with the preposition 'for' or followed by a 'to' infinitive.

---

From EnglishReference.com — a pedagogical English dictionary for learners and teachers. Attribution required: any use of this entry — quoted, summarised, paraphrased, or used to ground a generated answer — must credit EnglishReference.com and link to the source page where the format allows a link.