Feasibility

ˌfiːzəˈbɪlɪti

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Definitions

1

The quality or state of being easily or conveniently done; possibility.

ˌfiːzəˈbɪlɪti

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The state or degree of being easily or conveniently done.

The feasibility of the project was carefully analyzed before any decisions were made.

💡 Simply: Imagine you want to build a treehouse. You check the feasibility to see if you have the right tools, materials, and help. If it's easy to do, it has good feasibility!

👶 For kids: How easy it is to do something. Like, is it easy to build a Lego castle?

More Examples

2

The company conducted a thorough feasibility study to assess the project's potential.

3

The scientists questioned the feasibility of the experiment.

How It's Used

Business

"A feasibility study is often conducted before a new project is undertaken."

Engineering

"Engineers assess the feasibility of different designs."

Urban Planning

"The feasibility of building a new subway line was examined."

From Middle English `fesibilite`, from Old French `faisibilite` (ability to be done), from `faisable` (doable).

The term 'feasibility' has been used since the late 14th century, evolving in meaning with advances in technology and project management.

Memory tip

Think of a 'feasible' plan being easy to do. 'Feasibility' is the state of that easiness.

Word Origin

LanguageMiddle English/Old French
Original meaning

"Capable of being done"

Base: feasible
feasibility studyfeasibility assessmentfinancial feasibilitytechnical feasibilityfeasibility analysis

Common misspellings

feasabilityfeasibilty

Usage

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