manageable

adjective

man·​age·​able ˈma-ni-jə-bəl How to pronounce manageable (audio)
Synonyms of manageablenext
: 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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The program aims to deliver not only a hypersonic system but one that can be built in large numbers at a manageable cost. Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 27 Apr. 2026 While the effect on producers in other regions could be more drastic, the impact on this year’s Midwest corn-and-soybean crop is likely to be manageable. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026 What may seem manageable at first can turn into hundreds of dollars in extra charges over time. Joshua Sidorowicz, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026 Preventive routines, accessible wellness products, and home solutions that reduce ongoing maintenance may help pet owners monitor potential issues earlier while potentially supporting more manageable costs. Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for manageable

Word History

First Known Use

1593, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of manageable was in 1593

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“Manageable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/manageable. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.

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