elasticity

noun

elas·​tic·​i·​ty i-ˌla-ˈsti-sə-tē 

ˌē-ˌla-,

-ˈti-stē

plural elasticities

1

: the quality or state of being elastic: such as

a

: the capability of a strained body to recover its size and shape after deformation : springiness

b

: resilience sense 2

c

: the quality of being adaptable

2

: the responsiveness of a dependent economic variable to changes in influencing factors

elasticity of demand

price elasticity

Examples of elasticity in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The concept is offered across a wide range of elasticity levels, from rigid to comfort and super stretch. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 14 Oct. 2025

The personalized recommendations are based on a user’s mode of consumption whether that be renting or buying, as well as the location and weather, price elasticity and live inventory. —Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2025

Byrne the actor turns out to be stretchable in the best sense; her performance is a marvel of tragicomic elasticity. —Justin Chang, New Yorker, 9 Oct. 2025

This facial massager helps improve skin elasticity, fine lines, dark spots, and more with various light modes that address different concerns. —Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 8 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1664, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for elasticity

• authenticity
• chromaticity
• concentricity
• domesticity
• eccentricity
• electricity
• iconicity
• metallicity
• multiplicity
• specificity
• synchronicity
• analyticity

Medical Definition

elasticity

noun

elas·​tic·​i·​ty i-ˌlas-ˈtis-ət-ē, ˌē-ˌlas-, -ˈtis-tē 

plural elasticities

: the quality or state of being elastic