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/ˌʌnpræktɪkəbəl/ · un.prac.ti.ca.ble
adjective
  1. Impossible or impractical to do or achieve The unpracticable terrain made it difficult for the hikers to reach the summit.
  2. Not capable of being put into practice or carried out The unpracticable plan was abandoned due to its unrealistic expectations.
noun
  1. Something that is impossible or impractical to do or achieve The unpracticable nature of the project made it a challenge to find investors.
Did you know? The word 'unpracticable' has been used in various contexts, including law and business, to describe plans or ideas that are not capable of being put into practice or carried out.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026