manageable

adjective

man·​age·​able ˈma-ni-jə-bəl How to pronounce manageable (audio)
: capable of being managed
manageability noun
manageableness noun
manageably adverb

Examples of manageable in a Sentence

We bought smaller, more manageable suitcases. They divided the students into three manageable groups. The conditioner makes your hair more manageable.
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For a conventional business account, these costs are manageable. Peter Su, Rolling Stone, 20 Oct. 2025 But members of both unions argue their causes – aimed at attracting and maintaining quality staff through competitive pay and manageable workloads – are about creating the best environment possible for students. Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 19 Oct. 2025 Dolce Vita Notice Sneakers Colorful sneakers aren’t going anywhere, and these bold lavender and orange kicks from Dolce Vita are an easy gateway into the trend with a far more manageable price point than other competing options. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2025 Judkins’ success made the game manageable for Dillon Gabriel and allowed Cleveland to be in the bout to the end. Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 17 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for manageable

Word History

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of manageable was in 1598

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“Manageable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/manageable. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.

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