malleability
noun
mal·lea·bil·i·ty
ˌma-lē-ə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
ˌmal-yə-,
ˌma-lə-
: the quality or state of being malleable: such as
a
: capability of being shaped or extended by hammering, forging, etc.
the malleability of tin
b
: capability of being influenced or altered by external forces
The malleability of memory … is the first reason why autobiographies should be taken with a grain of salt.—
Judith Rich Harris
Judith Rich HarrisExamples of malleability in a Sentence
the malleability and conductivity of gold makes it well-suited for use in electronic circuitry
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But Maye’s malleability and growth isn’t the only story here.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 27 Nov. 2025
Denver’s interest in defensive malleability continued to be a training camp theme Friday, as the team also spent some time working on pick-and-roll coverage.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 3 Oct. 2025
The entire performance is a shining spotlight on the record, which toys with the malleability of their sound and embraces unconventional approaches to an already robust sound.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 10 Sep. 2025
But the narrative structure—a road trip—created forward motion by default, with a clear beginning and end, while allowing for malleability and emotional play.
—Willing Davidson, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2025
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Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 27 Nov. 2025
Denver’s interest in defensive malleability continued to be a training camp theme Friday, as the team also spent some time working on pick-and-roll coverage.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 3 Oct. 2025
The entire performance is a shining spotlight on the record, which toys with the malleability of their sound and embraces unconventional approaches to an already robust sound.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 10 Sep. 2025
But the narrative structure—a road trip—created forward motion by default, with a clear beginning and end, while allowing for malleability and emotional play.
—Willing Davidson, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2025
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“Malleability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/malleability. Accessed 4 Dec. 2025.
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