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viable Synonyms

Another word for viable

Choosing another word for viable 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)

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

Usage Example

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

Strongest
feasible
workable
practicable
Strong
practical
achievable
doable
sustainable
realistic

• adjective (Context 2)

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

Usage Example

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

Strong
fertile
germinable
live

Opposites of viable

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

unviable
nonviable
unworkable
infeasible
impracticable
impractical
impossible
sterile
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Viable. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/viable
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