manoeuvrable
manoeuvrable — adjective
- manoeuvrablepositive
- more manoeuvrablecomparative
- most manoeuvrablesuperlative
1. easy to steer, turn, or place where you want, especially in a small space
easy to steer, turn, or place where you want, especially in a small space
The little rescue boat was manoeuvrable enough to weave between the rocks.
be manoeuvrable enough to + verb
A shorter wheelbase makes this van more manoeuvrable in city traffic.
comparative: more manoeuvrable
Iris chose a light stroller that stayed manoeuvrable on crowded platforms.
The drone remained manoeuvrable above the field despite the gusty wind.
With its narrow handle, the vacuum is manoeuvrable around chair legs.
- agile
suggests quick, light movement; more natural for people, animals, or sporty machines
- nimble
emphasizes quickness and lightness rather than steering control
- controllable
broader and more technical; not limited to turning in tight spaces
- unwieldy
hard to move or direct because of size or weight
- cumbersome
awkward to handle, often because something is bulky
文法句型
a manoeuvrable + vehicle/object
be manoeuvrable in/around + place
用法筆記
This is the usual British spelling; American English normally writes 'maneuverable'. It most often describes vehicles, aircraft, boats, wheelchairs, and tools that need to turn or pass through limited space.