possible

[ˈpɑːsəbl]

possible Definition

• 1. able to be done or achieved, or able to exist
• 2. able to happen or be true

Using possible: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "possible" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  It is possible to finish the project by next week.

• Example

  Is it possible to change the reservation?

• Example

  It's not possible to predict the future.

• Example

  There are several possible explanations for the problem.

possible Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for possible

• feasible
• achievable
• attainable
• realizable
• practicable

Antonyms for possible

• impossible
• unattainable
• infeasible

Phrases with possible

• as soon as possible

  as quickly as can be done

  Example

  Please send me the report as soon as possible.

• if possible

  if it can be done

  Example

  Can you come to the meeting tomorrow if possible?

• all things being equal

  if everything is the same

  Example

  All things being equal, it's possible that we will win the game.

Origins of possible

from Old French 'possible', from Latin 'possibilis', from 'posse' meaning 'be able'

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Summary: possible in Brief

The term 'possible' [ˈpɑːsəbl] refers to something that can be done, achieved, or exist, or something that can happen or be true. It is often used in phrases like 'as soon as possible' and 'if possible.' 'Possible' has synonyms like 'feasible' and 'attainable,' and antonyms like 'impossible' and 'unattainable.'