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elasticity

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of elasticity

the ability of something to return to its original shape after it has been stretched, pressed, bent, etc.

Rubber bands are favored for their elasticity.

Synonyms and Near Synonyms of elasticity

flexibility, limberness, resilience, workability, workableness

ductility, plasticity, pliability, pliableness, pliancy, pliantness, suppleness

Antonyms and Near Antonyms of elasticity

inflexibility, rigidity, stiffness

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