maintainable

[/meɪnˈteɪnəbəl/]
adjective
mantível
1. Capable of being maintained or kept in good condition; able to be sustained or preserved
The software architecture is maintainable and easy to update.
A arquitetura do software é mantível e fácil de atualizar.
2. Able to be defended or justified; capable of being supported with evidence or argument
His position is maintainable despite the criticism.
Sua posição é defensável apesar das críticas.
3. Economically or practically feasible to keep functioning or operational
The old building is no longer maintainable due to high repair costs.
O prédio antigo não é mais sustentável devido aos altos custos de reparo.
This term is heavily used in Brazilian tech industry and software development communities. In the USA, it's a standard technical term, particularly in software engineering and DevOps. In Portugal, the variant 'manutenível' is more commonly used. The concept emphasizes practical sustainability and ease of upkeep, reflecting modern values in both business and technology sectors.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
sustainabledefensibleserviceablepreservablesupportabletenable
Antonyms / Antônimos
unmaintainableindefensibleunsustainableuntenable

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
mantível
Most common translation, especially in technical contexts
General Brazilian
sustentável
Used when emphasizing long-term viability and environmental sustainability
Portugal
manutenível
Preferred in Portuguese European contexts
Technical/Software
mantível
Standard term in programming and software engineering across Portuguese-speaking regions

Related Words

maintainmaintenancemaintainersustainabilityupkeeppreservation

Related Idioms & Phrases

maintainable code
maintainable infrastructure
maintainable growth
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