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flex·i·ble

flexible

 
 
pronunciation:
flek s bl
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: easily bent without breaking.
The dog's rubber toys are very flexible.
 
synonyms:
bendable, supple
antonyms:
brittle, inflexible, stiff
similar words:
elastic, plastic, soft
definition 2: able to change or meet new situations.
They had a flexible plan for the day's activities.
synonyms:
adaptable, adjustable
antonyms:
inflexible
similar words:
accommodating
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derivations: flexibly (adv.), flexibility (n.)
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