plastic applies to substances soft enough to be molded yet capable of hardening into the desired fixed form.
plastic materials allow the sculptor greater freedom
pliable suggests something easily bent, folded, twisted, or manipulated.
pliable rubber tubing
pliant may stress flexibility and sometimes connote springiness.
an athletic shoe with a pliant sole
ductile applies to what can be drawn out or extended with ease.
ductile metals such as copper
malleable applies to what may be pressed or beaten into shape.
the malleable properties of gold
adaptable implies the capability of being easily modified to suit other conditions, needs, or uses.
computer hardware that is adaptable
Example Sentences
an adaptable tool that combines a screwdriver, a corkscrew, and pliers an activities director who's adaptable to any kind of situation
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