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tenable Synonyms

Another word for tenable

Choosing another word for tenable depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Able to be maintained, justified, or defended against criticism or objection (typically used of an argument, theory, or position).

Usage Example

"Once the new experimental data emerged, the scientist's original hypothesis was no longer defensible."

Strongest
defensible
justifiable
Strong
sustainable
viable
supportable
sound
valid
plausible
reasonable
credible

• adjective (Context 2)

Capable of being held, occupied, or enjoyed for a specified period of time or under specific conditions (typically used of an academic fellowship, scholarship, or official post).

Usage Example

"The university offers a prestigious research fellowship holdable for three years to recent doctoral graduates."

Strong
holdable

Opposites of tenable

The opposite of tenable shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

untenable
indefensible
unsustainable
unjustifiable
flawed
baseless
unfounded
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• Nearby Words

temptress
tempura
ten
tenable
tenably
tenacious
tenaciously

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Tenable. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/tenable
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