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Definition of viable

viable

/ˈvaɪ.ə.bəl/
vi · a · ble
Adverb:viably
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viable Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Capable of working successfully or being put into practical effect; feasible.

Example

"Solar energy has become an increasingly viable alternative to fossil fuels."

2

(Of a seed, spore, fetus, or organism) capable of living, germinating, or developing normally under favorable conditions.

Example

"When stored in a cool, dry environment, the seeds remain viable for several years."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 19th century from French 'viable', formed from 'vie' (life), which comes from Latin 'vita' (life).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Viable. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/viable
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