attainability

[/əˌteɪnəˈbɪləti/]
noun
acessibilidade, viabilidade, possibilidade de alcance
1. the quality or state of being able to be achieved, reached, or accomplished
The attainability of the project depends on the available resources.
A viabilidade do projeto depende dos recursos disponíveis.
2. the degree to which something is within reach or capable of being obtained
We need to assess the attainability of our goals before committing resources.
Precisamos avaliar a possibilidade de alcance de nossos objetivos antes de comprometer recursos.
In Brazilian business culture, 'attainability' is often discussed in strategic planning meetings (planejamento estratégico). The concept reflects a pragmatic approach to goal-setting, balancing ambition with realistic assessment of resources. In American contexts, it's particularly emphasized in educational settings when discussing student success and achievable learning outcomes.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
achievabilityfeasibilityreachabilityaccessibilitypossibilitypracticability
Antonyms / Antônimos
impossibilityunattainabilityinaccessibilityinfeasibility

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
acessibilidade, viabilidade
Most common usage in business and academic contexts
Portugal
acessibilidade, viabilidade
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese, emphasis on feasibility in project management
USA
attainability
Frequently used in educational and career development contexts

Related Words

attainableattainachievementgoalfeasibleaccessible

Related Idioms & Phrases

within reach
a far cry from
pie in the sky
low-hanging fruit
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