possible

[pos-uh-buhl] / ˈpɒs ə bəl /

ADJECTIVE

likely, attainable

Synonyms

STRONGEST

achievable available conceivable desirable feasible imaginable potential probable viable

STRONG

breeze cinch dependent expedient hopeful hypothetical pushover setup snap welcome

WEAK

accessible adventitious advisable can-do credible doable dormant duck soup easy as pie fortuitous indeterminate latent no sweat obtainable piece of cake practicable promising realizable simple as ABC thinkable uncertain within reach workable

Antonyms

STRONGEST

impossible improbable inconceivable unimaginable unlikely unpractical unreasonable unthinkable

WEAK

unattainable ungettable unrealizable

Example Sentences

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Brain-imaging studies offer a possible explanation for EMDR’s efficacy.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

Around 16,000 people remain under evacuation as officials continue their work to avoid possible fire, leak and small explosion concerns.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

The river levels through Kingsland haven't reached the same heights since the damage was done, so it's not possible to prove or disprove his view.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

"We are seeking to integrate new innovations through which we can ensure that medical supplies arrive safely, as quickly as possible, and with the highest quality," said Bathi.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

If facts would not convince true believers, then it was entirely possible that not even the Fox sisters could stop the spirits any longer.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock

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