Viable
ˈvaɪəbl̩
Definitions
2 meaningsCapable of working successfully; feasible.
ˈvaɪəbl̩
Capable of surviving or functioning successfully.
The project proved to be financially viable.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're trying to build a treehouse. A viable plan means you have all the right materials and a safe design, so it will actually work! It's like something that can actually *be* and *do*.
👶 For kids: If something is viable, it means it can work or grow. Like a seed that can grow into a plant!
More Examples
The new treatments increased the chances of the baby being viable.
After extensive research, they determined that the plan was not viable.
How It's Used
"The company needs a viable business plan to attract investors."
"The scientists are studying the viability of the seeds after the harsh winter."
Capable of living or developing.
ˈvaɪəbl̩
Capable of living or developing successfully (especially of a fetus).
Premature babies are increasingly viable due to advances in medical care.
💡 Simply: Imagine a tiny baby. If it's viable, it means it's healthy enough to live and grow outside the mother's body.
👶 For kids: If a baby is viable, it means it is strong enough to be born and live.
More Examples
The doctors carefully monitored the fetus's viability.
The study explored the factors that affect the viability of embryos.
How It's Used
"The doctors worked hard to ensure the baby's viability after premature birth."
Synonyms & Antonyms
From French *viable* (capable of living), from Latin *vita* (life).
The word's usage expanded with advancements in science and business, particularly regarding concepts of sustainability and feasibility.
Memory tip
Think of "life" (vita in Latin) – something viable can sustain life or succeed.
Word Origin
"life"