ELASTICITY Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

elasticity

noun

Definition of elasticity

as in flexibility

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.

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Recent Examples of elasticity In a 12-week clinical study, improvements in firmness and elasticity began as early as two weeks. — Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026 Annemarie Börlind’s Eye Wrinkle Cream boosts skin elasticity, protects from further signs of aging, and reduces the appearance of fine lines. — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 25 Sep. 2026 If deletion cannot be evidenced, elasticity has created permanent data debt. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 24 Sep. 2026 This neck and face moisturizer uses a blend of plant extracts designed to support skin elasticity, a key player in maintaining a youthful, plump appearance. — Mariana Best, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for elasticity

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Businesses are scaling back workplace flexibility The SolComms benefit comes at a time when many company leaders are scaling back on employee flexibility and benefits, and during a tightening labor market where employers have the upper-hand.

— Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 4 Oct. 2026
That flexibility can be valuable when electricity demand suddenly rises, or renewable generation fluctuates.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2026

Definition of flexibility

Noun

Rituals is already active in the youth mental health space as cofounder of Super Chill, a program that uses playful mind and body exercises to help children recognize their emotions and develop mental resilience.

— Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2026
Should corporate revenues demonstrate resilience while profit margins suffer cost compression, markets may reevaluate earnings prospects across energy intensive sectors.

— , CNBC, 7 Oct. 2026

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