tractable

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Tractable' describes something or someone who is easy to control, manage, or deal with. It's kind of like getting a toy to work the way it's supposed to right out of the box, without any issues.

Examples in Different Contexts

In animal training, 'tractable' refers to animals that are easily trained or controlled. A dog trainer might note, 'Tractable dogs respond well to training, quickly learning commands and adapting to routines.'

Practice Scenarios

Creative

Scenario:

The client needs a redesign of their logo, reflecting the updated brand image, and they need it done quickly.

Response:

Their present logo elements are tractable for a redesign. We can certainly deliver a fresh logo within their timeframe.

Tech

Scenario:

There's an issue with database connectivity after the last update. We need a fast fix.

Response:

I've checked the system logs. The issue seems tractable. I'll try to fix it before end of day.