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

Backed Beauty Devotee This LED mask uses red, near-infrared and deep near-infrared LED light to target skin tone, elasticity and aging—bringing spa-level treatment into the home. —Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2025

This is ideal for recipes like sourdough bread, where the elasticity lends structure and allows the bread to rise to the occasion. —Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Dec. 2025

Liquid collagen can improve your skin's elasticity and reduce wrinkles. —Wendy Wisner, Health, 5 Dec. 2025

Meanwhile, wool’s natural elasticity allows the fabric to stretch and recover more effectively, helping denim maintain its shape over time. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 5 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