scalable

adjective

scal·​able ˈskā-lə-bəl How to pronounce scalable (audio)
1
: capable of being scaled
2
: capable of being easily expanded or upgraded on demand
a scalable computer network
scalability noun

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The pilot reflects a dual-track approach – combining scalable AI with high-quality human support – not a step back from automation. Gene Marks, Forbes.com, 18 May 2025 Eagles said Goodwill is expanding innovative supply partnerships with brands and producers who are increasingly seeking scalable, responsible solutions for their inventory. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 16 May 2025 Their second-round opponent might have been a bad matchup specifically and a good team more generally, but the mountain was scalable all the same. Sean Gentille, New York Times, 16 May 2025 Our study therefore offers a scalable, cost-effective way for schools to increase the effectiveness of online education for all students. Zohara Assadipour, The Conversation, 14 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for scalable

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First Known Use

circa 1580, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of scalable was circa 1580

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“Scalable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scalable. Accessed 24 May. 2025.

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scalable

adjective
scal·​able ˈskā-lə-bəl How to pronounce scalable (audio)
1
: capable of being scaled
2
: capable of being easily expanded or improved on demand
a scalable computer network
scalability noun

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