Dispatchable: meaning, definitions and examples

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dispatchable

 

[ dɪˈspætʃəbl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

energy sector

Capable of being dispatched or sent out for use, especially in reference to electricity generation or grid management.

Synonyms

available, deployable, usable

Examples of usage

  • The wind farm has dispatchable energy capabilities, allowing it to respond to fluctuations in demand.
  • Dispatchable power sources are essential for maintaining grid stability.
  • Renewable energy with dispatchable features is becoming increasingly important in the energy industry.
Context #2 | Adjective

general usage

Able to be dealt with or tackled in a timely manner.

Synonyms

addressable, manageable, solvable

Examples of usage

  • In a crisis situation, having a dispatchable team is crucial.
  • The project requires a dispatchable approach to meet the deadline.

Translations

Translations of the word "dispatchable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 despachável

🇮🇳 प्रेषणीय

🇩🇪 versendbar

🇮🇩 dapat dikirim

🇺🇦 відправний

🇵🇱 wysyłalny

🇯🇵 配送可能

🇫🇷 expédiable

🇪🇸 despachable

🇹🇷 gönderilebilir

🇰🇷 발송 가능한

🇸🇦 قابل للإرسال

🇨🇿 odeslatelný

🇸🇰 odosielateľný

🇨🇳 可派遣的

🇸🇮 pošljljiv

🇮🇸 sendanlegt

🇰🇿 жіберуге болатын

🇬🇪 გაგზავნადი

🇦🇿 göndərilə bilən

🇲🇽 despachable

Etymology

The term 'dispatchable' originates from the verb 'dispatch,' which comes from the Middle French word 'despêcher,' meaning 'to hasten.' The concept of dispatchable energy sources gained prominence in the energy sector with the increasing need for flexible and responsive power generation capabilities.

See also: dispatch, dispatcher.