Meaning of Viable
that can be done; that will be successful
In simple words: Able to work or succeed.
Viable in a sentence
- a **viable option/proposition**
- There is no **viable alternative**.
- to be **commercially/politically/financially/economically viable**
- If there was any delay then the rescue plan would cease to be viable.
- It is only their investment that makes the project economically viable.
- None of the projects proved financially viable.
- a perfectly viable form of political organization
- I'm afraid that is just not a viable option.
- Once the company is commercially viable, we should be able to invest more.
- viable organisms
How to use Viable
Use 'viable' when discussing options or plans that are practical and achievable. Avoid in very casual contexts; it sounds more professional.
Grammar pattern
viable + object
Memory hint
Think of 'vital' and 'able' to remember 'viable' means able to succeed.
Related words
Synonyms for Viable
Opposites of Viable
- unviable
- impractical
- infeasible
Common mistakes with Viable
- Confused with 'viable' vs 'viability' - remember 'viable' is the adjective.
- Using 'viable' incorrectly with non-project contexts, like personal opinions.
- Mixing up 'viable' with 'valid' - 'viable' relates to practicality, 'valid' to correctness.
Viable appears in
Viable in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
قابل للتطبيق
قادر على العمل أو النجاح.
- Bengaliবাংলা
কার্যকরী, সম্ভব
কাজ করতে বা সফল হতে সক্ষম।
- GermanDeutsch
machbar, lebensfähig
Kann funktionieren oder erfolgreich sein.
- SpanishEspañol
Viable
Capaz de funcionar o tener éxito.
- Persianفارسی
عملی، قابل اجرا
قابلیت کار کردن یا موفق شدن.
- FrenchFrançais
Viable
Qui peut fonctionner ou réussir.
- Hindiहिन्दी
व्यवहार्य
काम करने या सफल होने में सक्षम।
- ItalianItaliano
Fattibile, praticabile
Che può funzionare o avere successo.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Viável
Que pode dar certo ou funcionar.
- RussianРусский
жизнеспособный, реальный, осуществимый
Способный работать или добиться успеха.
- Urduاردو
قابل عمل، ممکن، قابل دوام
ایسا جو کام کر سکے یا کامیاب ہو سکے۔
- Chinese中文
可行的
能够运作或成功。
More words like Viable
- Feasible
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbruptB1
Happening suddenly and unexpectedly.
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Viable
What does Viable mean?
Able to work or succeed.
What is the definition of Viable?
that can be done; that will be successful
How do you use Viable in a sentence?
a **viable option/proposition**
Can you give another example of Viable?
There is no **viable alternative**.
What are synonyms for Viable?
Common alternatives include feasible.
What is the opposite of Viable?
Opposite meanings include unviable, impractical, infeasible.
What words go with Viable?
It commonly pairs with be, prove, seem, extremely, truly, perfectly.
What are common mistakes when using Viable?
Confused with 'viable' vs 'viability' - remember 'viable' is the adjective. Using 'viable' incorrectly with non-project contexts, like personal opinions. Mixing up 'viable' with 'valid' - 'viable' relates to practicality, 'valid' to correctness.
How do you pronounce Viable?
US: /["/ˈvaɪəbl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈvaɪəbl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Viable?
Use 'viable' when discussing options or plans that are practical and achievable. Avoid in very casual contexts; it sounds more professional.
What CEFR level is Viable?
"Viable" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.


