Synonyms for

Viable

Verb / ˈvaɪʌbʌl / Another word for viable — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Capable of working successfully; feasible.

Synonyms & similar words

executable feasible practicable workable feasible workable practicable achievable realistic possible attainable manageable doable realizable reasonable available suitable appropriate fitting applicable relevant pertinent important

Synonyms by register

Formal

feasible practicable workable achievable

Informal

doable workable gettable

Literary

promising fruitful potential

Antonyms

unworkable impractical impossible infeasible untenable unviable

Common collocations

  • viable option
  • viable alternative
  • viable business
  • viable solution
  • viable plan
  • viable product
  • viable candidate

Word family

noun viability
adjective viable
adverb viably

Usage note

Often used in business and planning contexts to describe something that is likely to succeed. Avoid using it for living organisms where 'alive' or 'healthy' might be more appropriate.

Example sentences

  1. The plant will only survive if it's in a viable environment.
  2. The new business plan is not viable.
  3. The proposed solution is viable and could solve the problem.
  4. The idea was not viable due to budget constraints.
  5. The company needs to find a viable alternative to their current strategy.

Quotes

  • 'The only limits are, as always, those of vision.' - James Broughton
  • 'To succeed, planning alone is insufficient. One must improvise as well.' - Isaac Asimov
  • 'Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower.' - Steve Jobs

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