Definitions
- Describing a material that can be easily shaped or molded by hammering or pressing. - Referring to a person's character or attitude that is easily influenced or changed. - Talking about an idea or plan that can be adapted or modified to fit different situations or circumstances.
- Describing a material that can be easily shaped or molded into a specific form or shape. - Referring to a person's character or attitude that is capable of being shaped or influenced by experience or training. - Talking about a substance or material that can be molded or formed into a particular shape or design.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe materials that can be shaped or molded.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a person's character or attitude that is open to change or influence.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a substance or material that can be formed into a specific shape or design.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Malleable is more commonly used to describe metals or ideas, while moldable is more commonly used to describe materials like clay or silicone.
- 2Method: Malleable implies shaping through hammering or pressing, while moldable implies shaping through molding or forming.
- 3Flexibility: Malleable implies a greater degree of flexibility or adaptability than moldable.
- 4Connotation: Malleable has a positive connotation of being easily adaptable or flexible, while moldable can have a neutral or negative connotation of being easily manipulated or controlled.
Remember this!
Malleable and moldable are synonyms that describe materials that can be shaped or molded. However, malleable is more commonly used to describe metals or ideas that can be shaped through hammering or pressing, while moldable is more commonly used to describe materials like clay or silicone that can be shaped through molding or forming. Malleable also implies a greater degree of flexibility or adaptability than moldable, and has a more positive connotation.
