expandability

expandability — noun

1. the ability of a system, device, or space to be increased in size, capacity, or

1.名詞B2
釋義

the ability of a system, device, or space to be increased in size, capacity, or range — for example, adding memory to a computer, building extra rooms onto a house, or expanding a software program with new features.

例句

Mei-Lin chose a desktop computer over a laptop because of its greater expandability for adding graphics cards and hard drives.

expandability + for adding [components]

The expandability of the new office building means the company can fit another fifty desks on the upper floor.

同義詞
  • scalability

    Often used for digital systems to handle increased load; expandability is more about physical size or adding components.

  • extensibility

    Primarily in software contexts, referring to adding new functions; narrower than expandability.

  • upgradability

    Focuses on improving existing parts rather than increasing overall size or scope.

反義詞
  • fixed capacity

    Describes something that cannot be enlarged or extended.

用法筆記

Frequently used in technical contexts (computers, buildings, manufacturing systems). The opposite concept is limited expandability.

常見錯誤

❌The expandability of this car is good.
✅This car has good room for expansion.
💡'expandability' is rarely used for vehicles; use 'room for expansion' or 'capacity' instead.