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 botanical blend works to trigger collagen and elasticity to hydrate and firm while adding radiance and visibly fading scars. — Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

They’re infused with the brand’s low molecular collagen, which helps boost skin elasticity; that’s noteworthy since most collagen molecules are too large to penetrate skin. — Deanna Pai, Vogue, 27 July 2026

Collagen is what gives skin its structural integrity, firmness and elasticity. — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 July 2026

The brand also explained that the concealer boosts elasticity and firmness, while magically delivering a velvety, crease-resistant finish that melts into the skin. — Jennifer Chan, PEOPLE, 25 July 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