STRETCHY Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

stretchy

adjective

Definition of stretchy

as in flexible

able to revert to original size and shape after being stretched, squeezed, or twisted a stretchy hair band

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Recent Examples of stretchy Look cute and stay comfy on long travel days with this matching set, which comes with a polished mock-neck short-sleeve top and wide-leg pants with a stretchy waistband. — Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2026 This fan favorite from Vivaia comes in to save the day and your bunions alike — flaunting a super-stretchy, custom-fit shaft plus upper, impressive arch support, and special honeycomb cushioning to mimic the sensation of walking on clouds. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2026 Yup, these bad boys are stretchy through and through, complete with an elastic waistband, yet somehow still look genuinely polished. — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 3 Sep. 2026 The stretchy cotton blend feels soft and smooth, with a lighter weight than traditional denim. — Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 3 Sep. 2026 It’s still built with comfort in mind, thanks to the flowy material and stretchy elastic waistbands of the pants and top, but has a simple cut that can be dressed up or down easily. — Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2026 Here, the dogs are paired with stretchy mozzarella, coated in a crisp panko batter, and fried until golden. — Ryan McCarthy, Saveur, 2 Sep. 2026 These slim-fit cut-off jean shorts offer a modern take on the classic jorts, with a distressed look and stretchy material for comfort. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for stretchy

Adjective

Doctors insert a thin, flexible catheter into a blood vessel and steer it up to the heart using real-time imaging guidance to place a sealing device.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2026
Demand for oil plunged during the war — much more than oil industry analysts had expected — proving that the world is much more flexible about its oil usage than previously believed.

— David Goldman, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of flexible

Adjective

Its stretch material lends mobility and a fully relaxed fit, while the full-zipper closure helps block out the elements.

— Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026
The non-stretch cotton fabric gives them a structured, straight drape, while the classic five-pocket design keeps the style simple enough to dress up or down.

— Jill Layton, PEOPLE, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of stretch

Adjective

Medium-colored drapes with white plastic backings block about 33% of incoming heat.

— Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 5 Sep. 2026
On the side streets, small stands sell bad food and plastic trinkets, while a few Travellers, Ireland’s indigenous nomads, work rival fortune-telling franchises.

— Susan Neiman, The New York Review of Books, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of plastic

Adjective

Snap on the dough hook and knead on medium-low speed until the dough is soft, slack, smooth, and elastic, 8 to 10 minutes, stopping to scrape down the bowl as needed.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 Sep. 2026
The four zippered compartments have transparent panels and elastic straps to hold bottles upright, so everything stays visible and organized instead of buried in a pile.

— Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of elastic

Adjective

In this new work, a soft, stretchable mechanochromic material was developed.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 3 July 2026
Featuring short-sleeves, a V-neck cut, smocked high waist, and wide-leg design, this soft and stretchable jumpsuit provides extreme comfort.

— Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2026

Definition of stretchable

Adjective

During the traditional preparation process, calcium is added, which gives the jelly its distinctive firm and rubbery texture.

— Michiko Tomioka, CNBC, 5 Sep. 2026
On the other hand, acoustic cavities can be 3D-nanoprinted using standard plastics, rubbery polymers, or glass.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of rubbery

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