pliability (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /plaɪəˈbɪləti/

Definition

The quality of being easily bent, shaped, or manipulated without breaking.

Examples

• The pliability of young bones allows them to bend rather than break.

• The artist appreciated the pliability of the modeling clay.

• The material's pliability made it ideal for crafting intricate designs.

How to Use pliability

pliability of X (prepositional phrase)

The quality of being easily bent or shaped, belonging to a specific thing. — "We were impressed by the pliability of the dough."

pliability in X (prepositional phrase)

The quality of being adaptable or open to change in a particular area or context. — "His pliability in negotiations surprised everyone."

Synonyms of pliability

Words with a similar meaning to pliability:

• flexibility
• suppleness
• malleability
• plasticity

Antonyms of pliability

Words with the opposite meaning to pliability:

• rigidity
• inflexibility
• brittleness

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