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viable

/ˈvaɪəbl/
vi · a · ble ˈvaɪ · ə · bl
English Definition
adj. workable, able to survive
中文释义
可行的，能存活的
Significado en Español
viable
한국어 뜻
실행 가능한, 생존 가능한
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
khả thi, có thể tồn tại
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Example Sentence

The plan is not economically viable.

计划经济上不可行。

Synonyms
feasible possible
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
via(road)+ble(capable)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the synonym for the word “viable” in the following sentence: The researchers are investigating whether the new energy source is a viable alternative to fossil fuels.

  1. A theoretical
  2. B practical
  3. C expensive
  4. D detrimental
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B — practical. “viable” means adj. workable, able to survive

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

The committee decided the daring plan was risky but still ______.

  1. A hopeless
  2. B impossible
  3. C viable
  4. D doomed
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C — viable. “viable” means adj. workable, able to survive

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Common questions about “viable”

What does “viable” mean?

viable — adj. workable, able to survive. In Chinese: 可行的，能存活的.

How do you pronounce “viable”?

viable is pronounced /ˈvaɪəbl/. It breaks into 3 syllables: vi · a · ble.

How do you use “viable” in a sentence?

The plan is not economically viable. (计划经济上不可行。)

What are synonyms for “viable”?

feasible, possible — all close in meaning to viable (adj. workable, able to survive).

Is “viable” an ISEE Middle-level word?

Yes. viable appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers nearly 700 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “viable”?

via(road)+ble(capable)

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