feasibility

[ fee-zuh-bil-i-tee ]

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.

Other Words From

• non·fea·si·bil·i·ty noun
• non·fea·si·ble·ness noun
• un·fea·si·bil·i·ty noun
• un·fea·si·ble·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of feasibility¹

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

Example Sentences

Within 160 days, Carvalho would have to report “about the feasibility of establishing a Contemporary Political Issues course” for the high school level and whether it could be required for graduation.

From Los Angeles Times

Despite the low likelihood of implementation, Harris appears to be banking on the perception of decisive leadership rather than the proposal's feasibility.

From Salon

Although acknowledging that Lopez was armed, “the feasibility of using de-escalation tactics or other alternatives should have been considered prior to using force,” the chief wrote in a report to the Police Commission.

From Los Angeles Times

The Welsh government said the National Office for Care and Support was exploring the "feasibility of putting in place national fee methodologies to bring about consistency".

From BBC

The pool of interested wealthy buyers who don’t already own an electric vehicle is shrinking, analysts said, while the broader market weighs the advantages and feasibility of switching to electric.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• usefulness