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pliable

[ˈplaɪəbl]

pliable Definition

  • 1easily bent, flexible
  • 2easily influenced or persuaded

Using pliable: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pliable" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The clay is pliable and easy to shape.

  • Example

    He is a pliable person who can be easily convinced.

  • Example

    The company's policies are not pliable and cannot be changed easily.

pliable Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for pliable

Antonyms for pliable

Phrases with pliable

  • easily influenced or controlled

    Example

    The new employee was pliant and pliable, always following the orders of his boss.

  • a material that can be easily shaped or molded

    Example

    The artist used pliable materials like clay and wax to create his sculptures.

  • a personality that is easily influenced or persuaded

    Example

    She has a pliable personality and often changes her opinions based on what others say.

Origins of pliable

from Old French 'plie', meaning 'to bend'

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Summary: pliable in Brief

The term 'pliable' [ˈplaɪəbl] refers to something that is easily bent or flexible, such as pliable material. It can also refer to a person who is easily influenced or persuaded, exemplified by 'He is a pliable person who can be easily convinced.' 'Pliable' is a formal term that can be replaced with 'flexible' or 'adaptable.'

How do native speakers use this expression?

Otherwise,

the

metal

would

get

less

pliable

as

it

cooled

and

the

opportunity

to

shape

it

would

be

lost.