PORTABLE Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

portable

adjective

ˈpȯr-tə-bəl

Definition of portable

as in movable

capable of being moved especially with ease a portable stereo system

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Recent Examples of portable In front of her Jen, who didn’t want to give her last name, was taking song requests to play on her portable speaker. — Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 17 Oct. 2026 This simultaneously makes this XPS the slickest and most portable of the Googlebook launch lineup and a tough sell for anyone who isn't an Android enthusiast or app developer. — Joe Osborne, PC Magazine, 16 Oct. 2026 The assortment has included portable sewing kits, ribbons, beads and other craft supplies. — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Oct. 2026 While the imposing box set itself is a portable 12-pound film school and an instant status symbol on your shelf, there’s no shame in clicking over for a preview. — Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for portable

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Adjective

Triad is one of the biggest names in chattel mortgages — or a home loan used on a movable abode, where the owner doesn't necessarily own the land underneath.

— Kelsey Neubauer, CNBC, 19 Oct. 2026
This is the football equivalent of an unstoppable force meeting a movable object.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of movable

Adjective

Test results should help clarify whether its propulsion system and modular design can deliver the range and flexibility L3Harris promises.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2026
Deluxe and Premiere rooms feature Poliform modular furniture and other comfortable pieces, as well as signature artworks.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of modular

Adjective

Traditional mobile satellite services have often relied on specialized equipment, including satellite phones.

— Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2026
The company also is making a play to become a major mobile communications provider, buying up spectrum from other companies.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of mobile

Adjective

The massive 5,942-lb (2,695 kg) weight is somewhat disguised by a system that swaps traditional mechanical anti-roll bars for triple-stage adjustable air springs linked to a high-capacity central hydraulic pressure reservoir.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 24 Oct. 2026
Other features include comfortable handles, an adjustable strap, and a luggage sleeve.

— Kaitlin Gates, Travel + Leisure, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of adjustable

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