workable — able to be used or to function effectively; feasible
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: able to be used or to function effectively; feasible
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈwɜːrkəbəl/
Example Sentences
- His idea of using pizza boxes as plates seemed crazy, but it was surprisingly workable.
- The peace treaty provided a workable framework for both countries.
- After three failed attempts, they finally found a workable method to open the jar.
workable
ADJECTIVE[/ˈwɜːrkəbəl/]
able to be used or to function effectively; feasible
💡 Concept
able to be used or to function effectively; feasible
🎵 Rhyme
Her portable invention becomes notable and workable!
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🎤Pronunciation
🇺🇸 US/ˈwɜːrkəbəl/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈwɜːkəbəl/
🌳Etymology
Rootwork
Suffix--able
🎵Rhyme
capablenotableportable
capable
notable
portable
🔗Collocations
workable solution
workable plan
workable compromise
workable alternative
workable system
find workable
📝Examples
😄 Fun example
“His idea of using pizza boxes as plates seemed crazy, but it was surprisingly workable.”
“The peace treaty provided a workable framework for both countries.”
“After three failed attempts, they finally found a workable method to open the jar.”
😄 Fun example
“My grandmother's workable wisdom: 'If it's not broken, don't fix it, but if it is broken, use duct tape.'”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
feasiblepracticalviabledoableachievable
Antonyms
unworkableimpracticalimpossible
Related
functionaleffectiveusablerealistic
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