Synonyms

unpractical

American

[uhn-prak-ti-kuhl] / ʌnˈpræk tɪ kəl /

adjective

not practical; impractical; lacking practical usefulness or wisdom.

unpractical British

/ ʌnˈpræktɪkəl /

adjective

another word for impractical

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Etymology

Origin of unpractical

First recorded in 1630–40; un- ¹ + practical

Example Sentences

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It can be hard to access, unpractical or feel embarrassing if people are worried about the possibility of parents or housemates finding the medication.

From BBC • Nov. 8, 2025

The Galaxy was a status symbol, even if it was completely unpractical.

From Slate • Dec. 14, 2018

Travis County Judge Sarah Eckhardt criticized Lipscombe decision as unpractical and disruptive.

From Fox News • Oct. 18, 2018

So he has become the epitome of the unpractical thinker.

From The Guardian • Jun. 21, 2013

“I don’t understand it It seems unpractical and selfish.”

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White

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