attainable

adjective

Definition of attainablenext
1
as in achievable
capable of being done or carried out set attainable goals, not impracticable ones

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2
as in obtainable
possible to get I don't know if those blue jeans are attainable overseas

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for attainable
  1. possible
  2. available
  3. feasible
  4. accessible
Adjective
  • Returning to school as quickly as possible, with appropriate support, and getting light exercise that doesn’t pose a head injury risk are important first steps in concussion recovery, and in line with the latest research.
    Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 9 Nov. 2024
  • Get as much done as possible today, because your drive will fizzle by evening.
    Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 8 Nov. 2024
Definition of possible
Adjective
  • Recognizing the issue, over the summer, the Federal Highway Administration published guidance and held a webinar highlighting dozens of federal funding programs available to upgrade legacy highways.
    David Zipper, Vox, 13 Nov. 2024
  • While intermediate powder skiing is available out the back door of the hut, owner Travis Mohrman said the terrain is best suited for experienced backcountry skiers.
    Margaret Jackson, The Denver Post, 13 Nov. 2024
Definition of available
Adjective
  • More direct treatments can lessen the pathogen load in the environment, but treating coral colonies individually and by hand like the team in the study is not feasible long-term or on a large scale.
    Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
  • As recorder, some of the proposals likely wouldn't be feasible.
    Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of feasible
Adjective
  • Our mission is to provide clear, accessible journalism that empowers you to stay informed and engaged in shaping our world.
    Allie Volpe, Vox, 14 Nov. 2024
  • One of the most accessible patches of forest in the Blue and Gold project is 30 minutes up the highway from Roseburg.
    April Ehrlich, ProPublica, 12 Nov. 2024
Definition of accessible
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