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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For executives and organizations willing to embrace these advancements, the finish line is clear: achieving meaningful, scalable impact with GenAI while staying ahead in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. Venkat Viswanathan, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025 Companies like Hometown, which cater to underserved markets while leveraging scalable solutions, represent the future of sustainable growth. Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025 Transitioning to chip-scale implementations using materials like thin-film lithium niobate could enable compact, scalable systems. The Physics Arxiv Blog, Discover Magazine, 16 Jan. 2025 Its smart parallel connection function allows users to link up to five units together for scalable capacity and output, providing reliable backup power to meet various needs. New Atlas, 14 Jan. 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 22 Jan. 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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