flexibility

[flek-suh-bil-i-tee] / ˌflɛk səˈbɪl ɪ ti /

NOUN

elasticity, adaptability

Synonyms

STRONGEST

resilience

STRONG

affability complaisance compliance docility flaccidity flexibleness give litheness plasticity pliability pliancy springiness suppleness tractability

WEAK

adjustability extensibility limberness tensility

Antonyms

WEAK

constraint inelasticity inflexibility resistance

Example Sentences

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"In particular, with conditions such as addiction and obsessive-compulsive disorder we see a difficulty in breaking habits and shifting behavior. So, understanding the mechanics of behavioral flexibility may one day help us develop better treatments."

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

The proposed issuance will “reinforce Tencent’s already strong liquidity position, enhance its financial flexibility, and support its continuous growth in revenue and future investment needs in new technologies,” says analyst Ying Wang.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The seven OPEC+ nations said they would continue to closely monitor and assess market conditions, and reaffirmed their “full flexibility to increase, pause or reverse.”

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

Despite what she describes as a turbulent journey through school, Amelie believes that without the flexibility to change path along the way she might have dropped out altogether.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Regina’s flexibility and desperation led her to a surprising gamut of jobs.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady

Vocabulary lists containing flexibility

Physical Education - Introductory

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Structure and Properties of Matter - Middle School

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