Unworkable

/ʌnˈwɜːrkəbl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Not able to be made to work or be successful; impractical.

The proposed plan was deemed unworkable due to its lack of funding.

Not capable of being operated or functioned.

The old machine was declared unworkable after years of neglect.

Not suitable for implementation.

His suggestions were ultimately unworkable and not aligned with the project's goals.

From 'un-' meaning 'not' + 'workable' meaning 'able to work or function'.

unworkable solution

a solution that cannot be successfully implemented

unworkable conditions

conditions that do not allow for successful operation or execution

unworkable proposal

a proposal that is not feasible or practical

workable

capable of being worked, utilized, or achieved

functionable

able to operate or function properly

a situation that is hopeless

Trying to fix that old car is just unworkable, man.

a scheme that won't pan out

His idea for the new restaurant is just unworkable, it won't attract customers.