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

Introduced in 2021, the system focuses on scalable coordination of up to 50 drones for security, emergency response, and defense applications. —Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026

Both online grocery and Whole Foods businesses have proven scalable. —Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026

As a boutique focused on scalable, distinctive tentpole drama, pairing top-tier talent with powerful and unique IP provides the crucial edge to cut through the noise of a saturated market, offering partners and viewers the reassurance of high-end quality. —John Hopewell, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026

These solutions are offered to customers as scalable solutions that support critical record-to-report and invoice-to-cash processes. —Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 24 Jan. 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