pursuable

pursuable

A goal is pursuable with the right plan and effort.

Definition

Adjective - Capable of being pursued: "pursuable" describes something that can be followed, chased, or sought after, especially in terms of goals, objectives, or activities that are feasible or worthwhile to undertake.

Usage Examples
  • (The project cannot be realistically followed or attempted due to financial limitations.)
  • (She found several career paths that are worth pursuing or achievable.)
  • (The path to chase the fugitive became impossible to follow.)
Advanced Usage
  • "pursuable with effort": something that requires significant dedication to achieve.

    • The summit of the mountain is pursuable with effort, but only for experienced climbers. (The peak can be reached, but only through hard work and skill.)
  • "pursuable by law": referring to legal rights or actions that can be enforced.

    • The claim is pursuable by law, so the company can sue for damages. (The legal action is viable and can be taken to court.)
Variants and Related Words
  • Pursue (verb): to follow or chase something with the aim of achieving it.

    • She decided to pursue a degree in medicine. (She actively worked toward obtaining that degree.)
  • Pursuit (noun): the act of following or chasing something.

    • The pursuit of happiness is a fundamental human goal. (The active effort to find happiness.)
  • Pursuer (noun): a person who follows or chases something.

    • The pursuer gained on the fleeing suspect. (The person chasing the suspect got closer.)
Synonyms
  • Achievable: capable of being reached or accomplished.

    • The target is achievable with proper planning. (The target can be realized.)
  • Feasible: possible and practical to do.

    • The plan is feasible within the given timeframe. (The plan is realistic and workable.)
  • Attainable: able to be achieved or obtained.

    • The goal is attainable through consistent effort. (The goal can be reached.)
Related Idioms
  • Within reach: close enough to be obtained or achieved.

    • The prize is within reach if we work together. (The prize is pursuable and near.)
  • A long shot: something that is difficult to achieve but worth trying.

    • Winning the lottery is a long shot, but it's still pursuable. (It is unlikely but possible to pursue.)
Phrasal Verbs
  • Go after: to pursue something actively.

    • She decided to go after the promotion. (She actively pursued the job advancement.)
  • Chase down: to pursue until caught or achieved.

    • The detective chased down every lead. (He pursued all possible clues until they were exhausted.)