Practicable

/ˈpræktɪkəbl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Capable of being done or put into practice; feasible.

The engineers proposed a practicable solution to the traffic congestion problem.

Able to be used or put into effect.

It is important to develop a practicable plan for disaster response.

Possible to achieve, especially through the use of available resources.

The committee needs to determine if the goals set are indeed practicable.

From Middle French 'practicable', from 'practique' meaning practical.

practicable solution

A solution that is feasible and can be implemented.

practicable plan

A plan that can realistically be carried out.

in a practicable manner

Doing something in a way that can be effectively executed.

practice

The act of doing something repeatedly to improve skill.

practical

Concerned with actual use or practice.