manoeuvrable

Thân thiện

The small sailboat is highly manoeuvrable in the harbor.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Easy to move, steer, or control: Describes something (typically a vehicle, vessel, or aircraft) that can be directed, turned, or positioned with ease and precision.
   • Able to change position or direction skillfully: Implies agility and responsiveness in movement.

Usage and Examples

• General Use:
  • The new sports car is very manoeuvrable in city traffic.
  • A kayak is far more manoeuvrable than a canoe.
• Comparative/Superlative Forms:
  • This model is more manoeuvrable than the previous one.
  • It is the most manoeuvrable aircraft in its class.

Advanced Usage

• Describing abstract adaptability: While primarily physical, it can describe abstract concepts like a "manoeuvrable argument" or "manoeuvrable position" in a discussion, implying they can be skillfully adjusted or navigated.
  • His negotiating stance was surprisingly manoeuvrable.

Variants and Related Words

• Maneuverable: An alternative spelling, primarily used in American English.
• Manoeuvrability (n): The quality of being manoeuvrable.
  • The boat's manoeuvrability in tight spaces is impressive.
• Maneuverability (n): The American English spelling of the noun.

Synonyms

• Agile: Able to move quickly and easily.
• Nimble: Quick and light in movement or action.
• Easy to handle: Simple to control or manage.

Antonyms

• Cumbersome: Large or heavy and therefore difficult to carry or use.
• Unwieldy: Difficult to carry or move because of its size, shape, or weight.
• Clumsy: Awkward in movement or action; not graceful.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. capable of maneuvering or changing position
   • a highly maneuverable ship

Từ đồng nghĩa

• maneuverable