tractable
Adjective
Hard difficulty
What does “tractable” mean?
adjective.(of a person or animal) easy to control or influence.
SAT Usage
this term often appears in contexts discussing behavior, psychology, or leadership, emphasizing a sense of obedience or compliance in individuals or animals. It implies not just ease of control, but also a willingness to be guided or influenced, contrasting with words like "rebellious," which suggest resistance or defiance.
Common Confusions
Tractable implies a readiness to be guided or influenced, while obstinate usually suggests a stubborn refusal to change or compromise.
Do not choose tractable if the context emphasizes stubbornness or resistance rather than being easy to control or influence.
Example Sentences
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The normally tractable horse became difficult after the injury.
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She preferred the tractable explanation to the complicated one.