scalable

adjective

scal·​able ˈskā-lə-bəl 

1

: capable of being scaled

2

: capable of being easily expanded or upgraded on demand

a scalable computer network

scalability

ˌskā-lə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

Examples of scalable in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The simplicity of pressure washing leads many to dismiss it as a side hustle rather than a scalable business. —Jack Kelly, Forbes.com, 3 May 2025

And all of it began with an act of generosity that wasn’t scalable, but was unmistakably human. —Chris Schembra, Rolling Stone, 29 Apr. 2025

Pareek’s fantastic results highlight the importance of close collaboration between hardware and software teams for delivering products that are not only functional but also efficient and scalable. —William Jones, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2025

The aim is to inform scalable or adaptable long-term strategies, not to establish a permanent program, the authority said. —Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1580, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for scalable

• available
• unsalable
• bailable
• mailable
• salable
• saleable
• bioavailable
• unassailable
• unavailable

Kids Definition

scalable

adjective

scal·​able ˈskā-lə-bəl 

1

: capable of being scaled

2

: capable of being easily expanded or improved on demand

a scalable computer network

scalability

ˌskā-lə-ˈbil-ət-ē 

noun