PRACTICALITY Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

practicality

noun

Definition of practicality

as in usefulness

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Recent Examples of practicality The difficulty lies in discerning exactly what should hold onto—whether out of practicality or sentimentality—and what can be confidently tossed. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 31 July 2026 While our designers both agree that bare wooden stairs are a style and safety issue, Spalding prefers to incorporate the practicality of carpet on stairs with a thoughtful runner. — The Spruce, 30 July 2026 The pants replace leggings or tights, offering extra warmth and, even more practicality, IMO. — Eva Thomas, InStyle, 30 July 2026 The Volkswagen Tiguan stands out for its standard features, competitive pricing, and everyday practicality. — Keith Laing, USA Today, 30 July 2026 These sectors are filled with highly skilled professionals who have established ways of working based on experience, efficiency and practicality. — Omar Hafez, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026 Bring a little personality to your sink without giving up any practicality. — Sarah Scott, Southern Living, 28 July 2026 As for choosing stair runner colors, keep practicality in mind. — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 July 2026 With these quantum systems, SAXON Q is pitching real-world practicality. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 21 July 2026

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Once a measure becomes the target, its usefulness rapidly declines because people change their behavior to improve the score.

— Michael Edmondson, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Chiron turns retrograde in your 6th House of Work and Wellness, stirring old sensitivity around productivity, usefulness, or the pressure to keep pushing when your system is clearly asking for adjustment.

— Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of usefulness

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The work will focus on technical feasibility, fuel development, manufacturing, and potential commercialization.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 Aug. 2026
Teams identify dozens or hundreds of ideas, score them on impact and feasibility and fund the most attractive pilots.

— Todd Bernson, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

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