impractical (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ɪmˈpræktɪkl/
Definition
Not sensible or realistic for a particular situation; not suitable for doing or using.
Examples
The plan to build a bridge across the ocean was wildly impractical.
Wearing a ball gown to the grocery store seemed impractical.
He found the traditional methods too slow and impractical for modern business.
How to Use impractical
- impractical for (prepositional phrase)
- Not suitable or sensible for a specific purpose or person. — "This tiny car is impractical for a family of five."
- impractical to (prepositional phrase)
- Not sensible or realistic to attempt or do. — "It is impractical to expect immediate results."
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