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 brand promises results in four weeks—we’re talking reduced fine lines, dullness, and dark circles, along with improved elasticity, thanks to collagen-stimulating regrowth that encourages a more youthful appearance. —Lauren Pardee, InStyle, 13 Apr. 2026

Jefferies reiterates Apple as hold The firm says Apple has price elasticity. —Michael Bloom, CNBC, 10 Apr. 2026

That kind of elasticity is really hard, and humor is really hard. —Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Apr. 2026

Whether a Black woman can be afforded the same narrative elasticity as her peers after a betrayal, and be reactive yet sympathetic without her identity becoming the factor that defines how all of it is judged, remains to be seen. —Shamira Ibrahim, HollywoodReporter, 8 Apr. 2026

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