MALLEABILITY Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

malleability

noun

ˌma-lē-ə-ˈbi-lə-tē

Definition of malleability

as in plasticity

the quality or state of being easily molded the malleability and conductivity of gold makes it well-suited for use in electronic circuitry

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Recent Examples of malleability Ali understands Shakespeare’s brilliance lies in the malleability of his works. — Juan A. Ramírez, Vogue, 20 May 2026 Even after his death, this malleability lives on in clips of Kirk commenting on current events. — Brady Brickner-Wood, New Yorker, 29 Apr. 2026 Through lengthy monologues, intense fight sequences, and the relentless malleability of both his body and voice, Brody vividly portrays Yarris from a small child to a middle-aged man. — Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026 This latest research is evidence of the brain’s malleability, and Pauldurai recommends thinking of the organ like a lump of clay. — Lindsey Leake, NBC news, 26 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for malleability

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Noun

He is best known for his work on sensory substitution, time perception, brain plasticity, synesthesia, and neurolaw.

— Big Think, Big Think, 6 Aug. 2026
That plasticity can go either way, however—positive change, a relapse risk or a period of destabilization that’s especially dangerous for anorexia, Finkelstein cautions.

— Alexandra Pattillo, Scientific American, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of plasticity

Noun

Several airlines offered travelers more flexibility to change their plans.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 16 Aug. 2026
Ask what’s included A couple should determine if a catering service offers food prepared by professionals, the amount of flexibility related to menus, if table settings are included, and if cleanup is part of the fee.

— Metro Creative Services, Boston Herald, 16 Aug. 2026

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