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be manageable

/biː ˈmænɪdʒəbəl/
able to be handled or controlled

The workload is manageable if we prioritize tasks effectively.

The tasks can be handled without being overwhelming if organized properly.


general

capable of being handled, controlled, or dealt with successfully

With proper planning, the project will be manageable.

The project can be completed successfully with good organization.

Her schedule is manageable despite her busy lifestyle.

She can handle her schedule without feeling overwhelmed.

Often used to describe tasks, workloads, or situations that are not overly difficult or stressful.

Collocations

become manageableto start being able to be handledkeep manageableto maintain control over something

Synonyms

feasibleworkablecontrollablehandlable

Antonyms

unmanageableoverwhelminguncontrollable

Related Phrases

manageable workloadphrase
a workload that can be handled without excessive stress
manageable costphrase
a cost that is affordable or within budget

Pro Tip

Usage Tip

Use 'manageable' to describe situations or tasks that are within your capacity to handle, not those that are effortless.

Gold Rule

Avoid Overuse

Do not use 'manageable' for tasks that are extremely easy; reserve it for tasks that require effort but are still within control.

Word Origin

From 'manage' (to handle or control) + '-able' (suffix indicating capability).

Usage Notes

Commonly used in professional and personal contexts to describe tasks, projects, or situations that are within one's ability to handle.

Word Breakdown

be
to exist in a certain state
verb
+
manageable
able to be managed or controlled
adjective
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