Synonyms for Tractable (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (ready and willing to be taught):
docile
WordNet sense 2 (easily influenced):
malleable
WordNet sense 3 (easily managed (controlled or taught or molded)):
manipulable
WordNet sense 4 (readily reacting to suggestions and influences):
amenable, responsive
WordNet sense 5 ((often followed by `of' or `to') yielding readily to or capable of):
susceptible
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