Unrealizable: meaning, definitions and examples
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unrealizable
[ ʌnˈriːəˌlaɪzəbl ]
adjective
Not capable of being realized or achieved; not feasible or possible.
Synonyms
impossible, impracticable, unattainable, unfeasible.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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unrealizable |
Use this word when something cannot be achieved or brought to reality, often due to fundamental limitations or inherent contradictions.
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unattainable |
This word often describes goals or desires that cannot be reached, irrespective of effort or resource allocation.
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impossible |
This is a broad term for anything that cannot happen or be done. It's used in both everyday and serious contexts.
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unfeasible |
Unfeasible is used when something is not possible or practical because of the circumstances, budget, or other constraints.
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impracticable |
Used when something is possible in theory but cannot be done in practice due to practical limitations or excessive difficulty.
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Examples of usage
- It is important to set realistic goals that are achievable, rather than setting unrealizable expectations.
- The project was deemed unrealizable due to budget constraints.
- The dream of flying without any mechanical aid seemed unrealizable until the invention of the airplane.
- The plan to colonize Mars was once thought to be unrealizable, but advancements in technology have made it seem more feasible.
- It is crucial to differentiate between ambitious but achievable goals and unrealizable fantasies.
Translations
Translations of the word "unrealizable" in other languages:
🇵🇹 irrealizável
🇮🇳 अवास्तविक
🇩🇪 unerreichbar
🇮🇩 tidak dapat direalisasikan
🇺🇦 нереалізовний
🇵🇱 nieosiągalny
🇯🇵 実現不可能
🇫🇷 irréalisable
🇪🇸 irrealizable
🇹🇷 gerçekleşemez
🇰🇷 실현 불가능한
🇸🇦 غير قابل للتحقيق
🇨🇿 neuskutečnitelný
🇸🇰 nereálny
🇨🇳 无法实现的
🇸🇮 neuresničljiv
🇮🇸 óframkvæmanlegt
🇰🇿 іске асыру мүмкін емес
🇬🇪 შეუძლებელი
🇦🇿 gerçəkləşdirilə bilməyən
🇲🇽 irrealizable
Etymology
The word 'unrealizable' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'realizable', which is derived from the verb 'realize'. The concept of something being unrealizable has been explored in various contexts, such as goal-setting, project planning, and dreams. The word highlights the idea of something being beyond reach or unattainable, emphasizing the importance of setting practical and achievable objectives.
See also: real, realism, realistic, realistically, reality, realize, really, realtor, surreal, unreal, unrealised, unrealistic, unrealistically, unrealized, unrealness.