ATTAINABLE Synonyms: 95 Similar and Opposite Words

attainable

adjective

Definition of attainable

as in achievable

capable of being done or carried out set attainable goals, not impracticable ones

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as in obtainable

possible to get I don't know if those blue jeans are attainable overseas

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Recent Examples of attainable Preventing the development of an Iranian nuclear weapon is surely a vital interest, and destroying Iran’s nuclear program is a clear objective that was plausibly attainable. — Kori Schake, Foreign Affairs, 6 Aug. 2026 Many parents were surprised to learn some competitors were only 10 or 12 years old, making the sport feel more attainable for the children watching from the stands. — Kansas City Star, 2 Aug. 2026 The Swiss watchmaker appears among purchases that grow progressively less attainable, from perfume and a Roche Bobois Mah Jong sofa to an apartment, a personality and an entirely new life. — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 31 July 2026 That way, using reusable materials is attainable for events, restaurants, food trucks and festivals that otherwise wouldn’t have the space to wash a ton of dishes. — Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026 The technology to deliver that experience is becoming more attainable. — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026 Forty-three percent of Willowgrove homes would be designated as affordable or attainable, with costs limited for low- and moderate-income families. — Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026 While the mobility program has big-ticket components such as relocating the I-91/I-84 interchange in Hartford, smaller projects such as RiverLink are seen as more attainable in the near future. — Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 26 July 2026 Genesis' midsize car is much more attainable starting under $60K, but its rear seat is completely different from the G90's despite a similar design. — Charles Singh, USA Today, 24 July 2026

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The method begins by breaking down the target into an achievable $66 daily goal, using AI to identify three viable income streams.

— Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
Every fight is like a puzzle with a solution that’s achievable with the right power-ups and preparation.

— Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of achievable

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The goal for this inaugural season is to keep expenses (including travel) down, interest up, and profits obtainable.

— Dan Freedman, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Marklund found that people with the highest levels of omega-3 fatty acids—obtainable from fatty fish—in their blood had the lowest risk of dying prematurely from all causes.

— Matt Fuchs, Time, 26 June 2026

Definition of obtainable

Adjective

Mangione's lawyers and federal prosecutors in Manhattan also discussed a possible guilty plea in his federal case in June, sources previously told ABC News.

— Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026
With an address right in the heart of Paris, this place is ideal for first-timers who want to see as much as possible, or art lovers who are in town specifically to see the Louvre.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of possible

Adjective

Newer data is available, but the most up-to-date version of the survey hasn’t been around long enough for researchers to know participants’ cause and time of death.

— Sandee LaMotte, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026
Booze in the form of cocktails, beer, and wine is available from the lobby bar during those same room service hours.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of available

Adjective

The suit maintains that the commission’s denial does not identify any adverse impact to a wetland function or value, nor any feasible and prudent alternatives to address the Commission’s reasons for denial, in violation of state law, Conn.

— Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 13 Aug. 2026
Getting real, not simulated, data on the vest’s performance would mean sending it onboard an Orion spacecraft all the way to deep space and waiting for a solar storm to happen, which is hardly feasible.

— Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 13 Aug. 2026

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