Word for "considered but not used"?
What is a good word that captures the concept of being considered, but not used?
For example:
"The scientists considered the implications of Charlie's proposed solution, but in the end tossed it in the bin with the other _____ ideas."
Solution 1:
Generically rejected works.
If there is a reason then:
- infeasible
- impractical
- impossible
- unconscionable