To use one of the ugliest words in the contemporary lexicon, Glasman and his colleagues believe that micro-democracy is scalable: get it right at the local level, and the rest will follow.
Source: wiktionary
Scalable
/ˈskeɪ.lə.bl̩/
Synonyms for "scalable" (32 found)
Ranked by relevance and common usage.
Closest matches (7)
Adjective(5 words)
Noun(2 words)
algorithm design methodologyamortized logarithmic complexity
Strong matches (9)
Adjective(6 words)
Noun(3 words)
Related words (16)
Adjective(7 words)
flexiblegrowth friendlyindustrial techniquesload tolerantstrong language trainingtiered interventionupgradeable design
Noun(8 words)
forensic data searchmath program featuresmodel schoolscalingscaling conceptscaling factorspace complexity metricvector measure examples
Verb(1 words)
scale up
Choosing the right synonym
- Closest matches in this entry: adaptable, adaptive system architecture, algorithm design methodology, algorithmic suite, algorithmic workflow.
- Sentence evidence is available for scalable, so synonym choice can be checked against real usage rather than a flat word list.
- Ranking signals come from opengloss, derived_reverse.
Synonym selection checklist
- Match the part of speech before comparing meanings.
- Check whether the synonym changes intensity, formality, or emotional tone.
- Read the replacement inside the full sentence, not just beside "scalable".
- Prefer the clearest word over the most unusual word when writing for speed or comprehension.
When not to replace "scalable"
Keep "scalable" when the sentence already sounds natural, when a synonym would add unintended emphasis, or when readers need the most familiar wording. A synonym should clarify or sharpen the message, not simply make the sentence look more varied.
If two options seem close, choose the one that best matches the audience and purpose of the sentence.
Replacement workflow
1. Preserve meaning
Choose a synonym only if it keeps the core idea of "scalable" intact in the sentence you are editing.
2. Tune tone
Check whether the replacement sounds more formal, casual, emotional, technical, or forceful than the original word.
3. Re-read context
Read the full sentence after the swap. Keep the synonym only when the sentence becomes clearer or more precise.
Review note: Synonym lists are ranked with lexical data and reviewed for practical writing value. Use the comparison notes, sentence evidence, and source labels together; a high-ranking synonym can still be wrong when the audience, register, or grammar changes.
Final fit check
After choosing a replacement for "scalable", read the sentence once for meaning and once for rhythm. The best synonym should feel natural in the full sentence, not only accurate in a word list.
If the synonym makes the sentence slower, vaguer, or more dramatic than intended, keep "scalable" or choose a simpler alternative from the closest-match group.
Related word relations
OpenGloss and ConceptNet supply richer edges like generalizations, collocations, and derivations.
More general
3 entriesMore specific
2 entriesCollocations
6 entriesscalable architecturescalable designscalable processscalable softwarescalable solutionscalable system
Inflections
2 entriesmore scalablemost scalable
Derivations
1 entriesAntonyms
1 entriessimilar
4 entriesSample sentences
2 total sentences available.
Most systems have a small host table, but it cannot be used for all applications because it is not scalable and does not have a standard method for automatic distribution.
Source: wiktionary
Common questions
What are the closest synonyms for "scalable"?
Closest matches include adaptable, adaptive system architecture, algorithm design methodology, algorithmic suite, algorithmic workflow.
How should I check whether a synonym fits "scalable"?
Compare the replacement against real sentence context. This entry includes sample sentences so you can check tone, grammar, and meaning before swapping words.