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

His company, Island Innovation, operates as a consultancy, a knowledge platform, and a convener, working with governments and island stakeholders to transform local expertise into scalable, global solutions. —Daphne Ewing-Chow, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025

The Reactive Network, with its highly scalable, interoperable and secure platform, will provide solutions to those challenges. —Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 5 Mar. 2025

This is quite a loaded perfect storm, but through compelling stories and scalable alternatives like biodegradable materials, aluminum, glass and refill systems, the private sector can lead the way on getting us there. —Melissa Jun Rowley, Rolling Stone, 25 Feb. 2025

Cybersecurity experts are concerned that these AI agents could be used by cybercriminals to launch more sophisticated and scalable attacks. —Gene Marks, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025

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