compressible

adjective

Definition of compressiblenext
as in elastic

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Recent Examples of compressible The company says that these are designed for quick, flexible hosting and can be set up in as little as 10 minutes, in time for the game, and then packed down into compressible, portable storage after the final whistle. — Benny Har-Even, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026 But above the speed of sound, air becomes compressible, where its density changes significantly with pressure and temperature. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 12 Nov. 2025 Cult-favorite Que water bottles use a silicone-free plastic in its compressible bottles. — Claire Volkman, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Apr. 2025 Bags that are both compressible and warm tend to be expensive. — Wes Siler, Outside Online, 27 Sep. 2024 See All Example Sentences for compressible
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compressible
  1. elastic
  2. pliable
  3. resilient
  4. malleable
  5. flexible
  6. workable
  7. pliant
  8. bendable
Adjective
  • The wide-leg silhouette is universally flattering, and the smocked elastic waistband makes these easy to wear for hours on end, even on a red-eye flight.
    — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026
  • The pleated front gives them a slightly dressier feel, while the elastic back waistband keeps them comfortable and stretchy.
    — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026
Definition of elastic
Adjective
  • But their game model is certainly less pliable to tournaments where teams have time to build attacking chemistry.
    — Ian Nicholas Quillen, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
  • Their once pliable playthings are now embalmed, lifeless.
    — Theo Belci, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Definition of pliable
Adjective
  • The study proposes 12 strategies to strengthen the ecosystem, including expanding funding tools, improving tax incentives, supporting distribution and promotion, and recognizing the operational costs needed to build resilient production companies.
    — Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 11 July 2026
  • Despite their simple on-off style, the shoes have a rugged, resilient design that’s fit to take on long walks and tough trails.
    — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 11 July 2026
Definition of resilient
Adjective
  • Remove dough strips from freezer; if too stiff to be workable, let stand at room temperature until malleable and softened slightly but still very cold.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 June 2026
  • Under this view, human and plant species were entirely malleable, shaped profoundly by the pressures of the natural and artificial world around them.
    — The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 25 June 2026
Definition of malleable
Adjective
  • One degree with flexible hours for mid-level professionals is now under the new limits.
    — Andrew Khouri, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • The aim is to create digital assets that are flexible enough to be used over and over in lots of different ways, whether in movies, video games, advertising, or interactive projects.
    — Joy Press, Vanity Fair, 6 July 2026
Definition of flexible
Adjective
  • Turn hard, compacted dirt into rich, workable soil in no time with the Sun Joe Electric Garden Tiller.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 10 July 2026
  • Name what would make the arrangement feel workable, then invite the other person to do the same.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 9 July 2026
Definition of workable
Adjective
  • In many ways, Trump is at the height of his power, surrounded by pliant leaders and able to count on a cohesive group of followers.
    — Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 10 June 2026
  • The unions want their pliant board majority in place through 2032.
    — U T Editorial Board, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 May 2026
Definition of pliant
Adjective
  • Ideal for lash line and waterline, the creamy bendable formula comes in seven sultry shades for a perfect look anytime, no touch-ups needed.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 16 June 2026
  • For hundreds less than competing flip phones, Motorola shells out a heavy dose of bendable fun.
    — Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 28 May 2026
Definition of bendable

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“Compressible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compressible. Accessed 13 Jul. 2026.

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