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supple

[ˈsʌpəl]

supple Definition

  • 1bending and moving easily and gracefully; flexible
  • 2able to change and adapt easily to different circumstances

Using supple: Examples

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

  • Example

    The dancer's movements were supple and fluid.

  • Example

    Yoga can help make your body more supple.

  • Example

    She has a supple mind that can quickly adapt to new situations.

  • Example

    The company's supple approach to marketing has helped it stay ahead of the competition.

supple Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for supple

Phrases with supple

  • supple as a cat

    very agile and flexible

    Example

    Despite his age, he was still as supple as a cat.

  • leather that is soft and pliable

    Example

    The jacket was made from supple leather that felt comfortable to wear.

  • fingers that are nimble and dexterous

    Example

    As a pianist, she had supple fingers that could play complex pieces with ease.

Origins of supple

from Old French 'suple', meaning 'pliant'

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Summary: supple in Brief

The term 'supple' [ˈsʌpəl] refers to something that is flexible and adaptable. It can describe physical attributes like a dancer's movements or leather that is soft and pliable, as well as mental attributes like a person's ability to adapt to new situations. Synonyms include 'flexible,' 'limber,' and 'lithe,' while antonyms include 'stiff' and 'inflexible.'

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