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Thu, 09 July 2026

Pliant

Meaning:
Capable of being bent or shaped without breaking

Explanation:
Pliant refers to an object or material that can be flexed or bent without suffering damage. In a broader sense, the term can also describe a person who is flexible and adaptable in their thoughts, opinions, or behavior, meaning they can adjust to different situations or changes without difficulty

History:
Originating from the Old French word 'pliant', meaning 'bending', which stems from the Latin 'pliant-' or 'pliance', the past participle of the verb 'pliere', meaning 'to fold'

Examples:
  1. "The pliant wires could be easily molded into different shapes"
  2. "She is pliant and open to new ideas and suggestions"
Synonyms:

Flexible, Yielding, Adaptable, Compliant

Antonyms:

Inflexible, Rigid, Stubborn, Uncompromising