Workable: meaning, definitions and examples

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workable

[ ˈwərkəbəl ]

^{Context #1}

in a job or project context

Capable of being successfully worked on or carried out; feasible.

Synonyms

doable, feasible, practicable, viable

Examples of usage

This plan is very workable and can be implemented easily.
The proposed changes are not workable in the current environment.

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in a relationship context

Capable of functioning effectively together, especially as a team.

Synonyms

collaborative, cooperative, harmonious, productive

Examples of usage

They have a workable relationship that allows them to collaborate efficiently.
Effective communication is key to maintaining a workable partnership.

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in a legal context

A document or agreement that is suitable for being worked on or implemented.

Synonyms

agreement, arrangement, contract, deal

Examples of usage

The lawyers are reviewing the workable contract before finalizing the deal.
It's essential to have a workable agreement in place to avoid misunderstandings.

Translations

Translations of the word "workable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 exequível

🇮🇳 कार्यशील

🇩🇪 brauchbar

🇮🇩 dapat dikerjakan

🇺🇦 придатний до роботи

🇵🇱 wykonalny

🇯🇵 実行可能な

🇫🇷 exécutable

🇪🇸 ejecutable

🇹🇷 uygulanabilir

🇰🇷 작업 가능한

🇸🇦 قابل للعمل

🇨🇿 provozuschopný

🇸🇰 realizovateľný

🇨🇳 可行的

🇸🇮 izvedljiv

🇮🇸 færandi

🇰🇿 іске асырылатын

🇬🇪 სრულფასოვანი

🇦🇿 icra edilə bilən

🇲🇽 ejecutable

Word origin

The word 'workable' originated in the mid-19th century, combining 'work' and '-able' to form a term describing something capable of being worked on or carried out. It emphasizes the practicality and feasibility of a plan, idea, or relationship. Over time, 'workable' has become a commonly used adjective in various contexts, reflecting its importance in assessing the viability and effectiveness of different situations.