feasibility

American  

[fee-zuh-bil-i-tee] / ˌfi zəˈbɪl ɪ ti /

Rarely feasibleness

noun

1. the possibility, capability, or likelihood of something being done or accomplished (often used attributively): A wireless feasibility study last year yielded discouraging results, so the city will not be proceeding with a citywide Wi-Fi network.

   Conservationists are studying the feasibility of restoring steelhead trout to the creek.

   A wireless feasibility study last year yielded discouraging results, so the city will not be proceeding with a citywide Wi-Fi network.

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Other Word Forms

• nonfeasibility noun
• nonfeasibleness noun
• unfeasibility noun
• unfeasibleness noun

Etymology

Origin of feasibility

feasibl(e) ( def. ) + -ity ( def. )

Explanation

Feasibility describes how easy or difficult it is to do something. When you set a goal at work, think about the long-term feasibility of accomplishing what you want. When people talk about the feasibility of a project, they’re discussing whether or not it can be achieved — how doable is it? If you want to question your dad’s unreasonable plan for painting the entire house in a weekend, tell him you should discuss the feasibility of the task. The formal sound of feasibility allows you to question whether or not it can be done — without sounding like you’re shirking your responsibilities.

Example Sentences

The feasibility study said that current research estimates golden eagles would be responsible for between 0.15% and 3% of all lamb losses in their hunting range.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

"A thorough noise analysis is necessary to assess practical feasibility, but our first estimates are promising."

From Science Daily • Apr. 10, 2026

"The feasibility and implementation of this action plan obviously depend on fuel solutions," he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

Fish and Wildlife Service to develop a feasibility study, kicking off a 14-year process that unfolded before the vultures graced the skies in the region again.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026

Eril-Fane had wanted to know, squinting up at the tower to gauge the feasibility of such a feat.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor

Related Words

• usefulness