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pliability

[ plahy-uh-bil-i-tee ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

the quality of being easily bent without breaking; flexibility:
Sweet grass was favored by Native American basket makers for its sweet smell, pliability, and durability.
the quality of adjusting readily to change; adaptability:
Education should take advantage of the pliability of a child's mind and encourage a sense of curiosity.
the quality of being easily influenced or persuaded:
Recent political appointments have been based not on merit, competency, or ability, but on the candidate’s pliability, uncritical loyalty, and toadying behavior.

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