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   Im·prac·ti·cal

   /imˈpraktək(ə)l/

   

   adjective

   • 1. (of an object or course of action) not adapted for use or action; not sensible or realistic: "impractical high heels" Similar unsuitablenot sensibleinappropriateunserviceableOpposite practicalsensible
   • ▪ (of a person) not skilled or interested in practical matters: "Paul was impractical and dreamy" Similar unrealisticidealistichead-in-the-cloudsout of touch with realityromanticdreamyfancifulstarry-eyedvisionaryquixoticinformal:airy-fairyOpposite practicaldown to earth
   • 2. impossible to do; impracticable. North American Similar unrealisticunworkableunfeasiblenonviableimpracticableill-consideredill-thought-outillogicalunreasonablefar-fetchedimpossiblesillyfoolishabsurdwildinformal:cock-eyedcrackpotcrazyhalf-bakedOpposite practicalsensible

   Derivatives

   • 1. impracticality noun
   • 2. impractically adverb

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   The meaning of IMPRACTICAL is not practical. How to use impractical in a sentence. not practical: such as; not wise to put into or keep in practice or effect; incapable of dealing sensibly or prudently with practical matters…

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishIMPRACTICAL | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   not effective or reasonable, or (of people) not able to provide effective or simple solutions: an impractical plan. It’s impractical to buy things just because they’re on sale. (Definition of impractical from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) Examples of impractical. impractical.

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   Impractical definition: not practical or useful.. See examples of IMPRACTICAL used in a sentence.

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   Something impractical is difficult or impossible to achieve. It might sound like a great idea, but it's not going to happen. It's just not practical. Impractical ideas make no sense or just can’t be done. Heels so high you have a fish swimming in them are cool, but very impractical.

6. www.thefreedictionary.com › impracticalImpractical - definition of impractical by The Free Dictionary

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   im·prac·ti·cal. (ĭm-prăk′tĭ-kəl) adj. 1. Unwise to implement or maintain in practice: Refloating the sunken ship proved impractical because of the great expense. 2. Incapable of dealing efficiently with practical matters, especially finances. 3. Not a part of experience, fact, or practice; theoretical.

7. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryIMPRACTICAL | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   not effective or reasonable, or (of people) not able to provide effective or simple solutions: an impractical plan. It’s impractical to buy things just because they’re on sale. (Definition of impractical from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) Examples of impractical. impractical.

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › us › definitionimpractical adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and...

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   Definition of impractical adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

9. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryIMPRACTICAL definition | Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

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   IMPRACTICAL meaning: 1. Impractical ideas, methods, etc cannot be used or done easily. 2. Impractical people are not…. Learn more.

10. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishIMPRACTICAL definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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    4 days ago · If you describe an object, idea, or course of action as impractical, you mean that it is not sensible or realistic, and does not work well in practice. When stalking subjects, a tripod is impractical.

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    impractical meaning, definition, what is impractical: not sensible or possible for practical r...: Learn more.