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- pronunciation:
- suh
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- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| inflections: |
suppler, supplest |
| definition 1: |
easily curved or bent; flexible.
We will use these supple branches to make a basket.- synonyms:
- flexible
- antonyms:
- inflexible, rigid, stiff
- similar words:
- elastic, plastic
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| definition 2: |
able to move with ease; not stiff.
With exercise you will have supple muscles.- antonyms:
- stiff
- similar words:
- agile, flexible
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| related words: |
graceful, soft, spry |
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| derivations: |
supply (adv.), suppleness (n.) |
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