Elastic

Meaning

able to stretch and return to original shape; flexible; adaptable

Able to return to its original shape or size after being stretched or compressed.

Example Sentences

The elastic band can stretch and return to its original shape.

The waistband of the pants is made of elastic material.

Example Expressions

elastic limit

Synonyms

flexible, stretchy, resilient, pliable, springy

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flexible, stretchy, resilient

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stretchy, flexible, pliable, resilient, springy

Antonyms

rigid, inflexible, brittle, stiff

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rigid, inflexible, brittle

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rigid, stiff, brittle

Collocations

elastic band, elastic material, elastic waistband, elastic limit, elastic cord

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elastic band, elastic material, elastic waistband

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elastic band, elastic limit, elastic cord, elastic material