actionable

adjective

ˈak-sh(ə-)nə-bəl How to pronounce actionable (audio)
Definition of actionablenext
as in useful
capable of being put to use or account the authorities had no actionable intelligence with which to foil the terrorist plot

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Recent Examples of actionable Wheeler breaks down her actionable, high-yield steps for parents with kids of all ages who want to lower their bills right now. — Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 31 July 2026 Lacking a human touch Fleissig said that while AI chatbots like Anthropic’s Claude and OpenAI’s ChatGPT are capable of great analysis, that’s not the same as actionable advice. — Hayley Cuccinello, CNBC, 30 July 2026 Now Nudges that can bring actionable steps to your text conversations. — Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 25 July 2026 It’s geared towards people under the age of 45, seeking actionable financial guidance amid a noisy world, without jargon or judgment. — Jill Schlesinger, Mercury News, 13 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for actionable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for actionable
  1. useful
  2. applicable
  3. practical
  4. applied
Adjective
  • Goats have become a useful tool in clearing unwanted vegetation in Pittsburgh's parks and green spaces.
    — Ricky Sayer, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Leggings, sweatshirts, dresses, and tees are designed to mix and match, which is useful when the clock is ticking in a mom’s busy morning.
    — Kelly Aiglon, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of useful
Adjective
  • Participants are solely responsible for creating and maintaining their Yahoo account and complying with Yahoo’s applicable terms of service.
    — The Athletic, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026
  • If applicable, photos can be taken with low apertures, wide-angle lenses and tripods.
    — Antonio Pequeño IV, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of applicable
Adjective
  • Keep sentimental items, practical basics, and timeless staples like well-fitting jeans, blazers, and versatile shoes.
    — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Sport Mode For the ultimate practical travel sandal, sporty is the way to go.
    — Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of practical
Adjective
  • The next major power center in applied AI could be Stockholm.
    — Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • As artificial intelligence expands across K-12 schools, Massachusetts announced a new $500,000 public-private investment in AI applied learning opportunities for hundreds of students, the Healey-Driscoll administration announced Tuesday.
    — Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 22 July 2026
Definition of applied

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“Actionable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/actionable. Accessed 8 Aug. 2026.

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