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governable

/ɡɒvənəbəl/ · gov·er·na·ble
adjective
  1. capable of being governed or controlled The governable nature of the AI system made it a valuable asset for the research team.
  2. subject to the control or direction of a governing authority The city's governable infrastructure allowed for efficient management of its resources.
noun
  1. a person or entity that is capable of being governed The governable population of the country was a key factor in the success of the new government.
Did you know? The concept of governability has been a topic of interest in political science and philosophy, with many thinkers debating the balance between individual freedom and collective governance.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Aug 4, 2026