Definitions
- Describing something that can be bent or curved back without breaking. - Referring to a person's ability to adapt to changing circumstances or opinions. - Talking about a material or substance that can return to its original shape after being bent or stretched.
- Describing something that can bend or be bent easily without breaking. - Referring to a person's ability to adapt to changing circumstances or situations. - Talking about a material or substance that can be easily shaped or molded into different forms.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe the ability to bend or adapt without breaking.
- 2Both words can be used to describe materials, substances, or people.
- 3Both words imply a certain level of versatility and adaptability.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Reflexible is less common than flexible and may be considered more formal or technical.
- 2Meaning: Reflexible specifically refers to the ability to bend or curve back without breaking, while flexible has a broader meaning that includes the ability to bend or adapt in general.
- 3Connotation: Reflexible may imply a more rigid or structured form of flexibility, while flexible suggests a more fluid or adaptable quality.
Remember this!
Reflexible and flexible are synonyms that describe the ability to bend or adapt without breaking. However, reflexible is a less common and more technical term that specifically refers to the ability to bend or curve back without breaking. Flexible, on the other hand, has a broader meaning that includes the ability to bend or adapt in general.
