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

Pracaxi oil, andiroba oil, niacinamide, allantoin, hyaluronic acid, and an Amazonian tree extract give this antioxidant, reparative, anti-inflammatory, collagen-producing, wrinkle-filling, and elasticity-improving benefits. —Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 7 Jan. 2026

Bodycare that lifts and skincare that sculpts—powered by actives, adaptogens and tools—are especially important as GLP-1 drugs affect skin elasticity. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 2 Jan. 2026

Its patent-pending bioactive keratin ferment, a blend of lactobacillus, hydrolyzed wool keratin, and honey, fills in the micro-cracks left by chemical or thermal damage, reducing breakage and restoring elasticity after just one use. —Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 31 Dec. 2025

Snail mucin has long been a popular category in Korea, prized for its ability to deeply hydrate, support skin repair, and improve overall texture and elasticity. —Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 31 Dec. 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