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 results demonstrate a scalable method for incoherent beam combining. —Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 11 Mar. 2026

But there is still more opportunity to take immediate action on a local level that is scalable and effective. —Gary Labarbera, New York Daily News, 10 Mar. 2026

And Outpost aims to provide pinpoint cargo-delivery and in-space manufacturing services with its series of scalable vehicles. —Mike Wall, Space.com, 10 Mar. 2026

Tokyo Shokudo's scalable business model is built on strategic investment, operational efficiency, and financial discipline. —William Jones, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026

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