rubberlike

adjective

ˈrə-bər-ˌlīk How to pronounce rubberlike (audio)
Definition of rubberlikenext
as in flexible
able to revert to original size and shape after being stretched, squeezed, or twisted a rubberlike material that is used for household products

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rubberlike
  1. flexible
  2. stretch
  3. plastic
  4. rubbery
  5. elastic
  6. stretchy
  7. resilient
Adjective
  • This collaborative work delivers a new chemical strategy for fabricating high-performance flexible perovskite modules in China.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Faster decisions and more flexible production can let brands commit to holding less stock, replenish the hits that sell, and avoid some of the markdowns and unsold inventory that are routinely baked into seasonal forecasting.
    — Jessica Binns, Vogue, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of flexible
Adjective
  • If he — or any center — is sidelined for any stretch again, the Bulls will rely heavily on Smith as a stretch big man who can cover a lot of ground on both ends of the court.
    — Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 17 Oct. 2026
  • The synthetic hand has learned to split silk strands, thread a needle, stretch fabric across a frame, and stitch, following a craft with more than 2,500 years of history.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of stretch
Adjective
  • Eco effort The hotel uses its own solar power system, boasts LED lighting, has strict waste separation, does not use plastic products, and has green roofs and wildflower meadows to support biodiversity.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Saccani said the consortium estimates production costs have risen about 30%, driven by increases in animal feed, diesel, energy, plastic packaging and transportation.
    — Giada Zampano, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of plastic
Adjective
  • Fun comes naturally to the Avalanches, but, as all those rubbery boings and zaps and fizzing spouts of soda pop will attest, the group has never sounded quite this zany.
    — Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 20 Oct. 2026
  • In a particularly Ethan Hunt-ish twist, the actor wears a rubbery disguise—a potbellied suit, a scraggly gray comb-over, and a smattering of old-guy makeup.
    — Justin Chang, New Yorker, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of rubbery
Adjective
  • Clear compartments make finding her favorite products easy, elastic straps keep bottles upright, and the wide zippered opening saves her from digging through a messy bag in a tiny hotel bathroom.
    — Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2026
  • The tissues can become thinner, drier, less elastic and more vulnerable to irritation.
    — Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of elastic
Adjective
  • The silky-soft, stretchy fabric feels like pajamas but looks put together enough for travel days, coffee runs, or work-from-home days.
    — Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2026
  • This machine-washable, stretchy silk style was practically made for elevated outings and needs minimal accessorizing.
    — Ali Faccenda, InStyle, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of stretchy
Adjective
  • According to the blog post, the Foundation is in the process of replacing the acrylic roof with a more resilient material that more closely resembles Wright’s canvas.
    — Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 22 Oct. 2026
  • In China, Hermès has proved more resilient than its peers since the beginning of the luxury downturn in 2023.
    — Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of resilient
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