scalable

adjective

scal·​able ˈskā-lə-bəl How to pronounce scalable (audio)
1
: capable of being scaled
2
: capable of being easily expanded or upgraded on demand
a scalable computer network
scalability noun

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The system is scalable to meet different mission needs, from surveillance and deterrence to active space engagement. Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 29 Sep. 2025 Think of what will happen if easily scalable AI systems commoditize human intelligence? Toby Stuart, Time, 29 Sep. 2025 In the real world, however, asking every AI user to prompt honest behavior for all possible misuse cases is not a scalable solution, Köbis says. Rachel Nuwer, Scientific American, 28 Sep. 2025 Xicoia is now developing a scalable portfolio of emotionally intelligent AI personas. Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for scalable

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First Known Use

circa 1580, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of scalable was circa 1580

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“Scalable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scalable. Accessed 4 Oct. 2025.

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scalable

adjective
scal·​able ˈskā-lə-bəl How to pronounce scalable (audio)
1
: capable of being scaled
2
: capable of being easily expanded or improved on demand
a scalable computer network
scalability noun

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