Elasticity

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Pronunciation: /ɪˌlæsˈtɪsɪti/

Definitions of elasticity

noun the quality of being elastic; the ability of an object or material to resume its shape after being stretched or compressed

Example Sentences

A1 The rubber band has elasticity, so it can stretch.

A2 The fabric of this shirt has good elasticity, allowing for comfortable movement.

B1 Elasticity of demand refers to how much the quantity demanded changes with a change in price.

B2 The company's success can be attributed to its ability to adapt quickly due to its market elasticity.

C1 The economic concept of elasticity is crucial for understanding consumer behavior and market dynamics.

C2 The elasticity of the material used in the construction of the bridge was carefully calculated to ensure its durability and flexibility.

Examples of elasticity in a Sentence

formal The concept of price elasticity of demand measures how sensitive consumers are to changes in price.

informal I heard that the elasticity of that rubber band is really strong.

slang I can't believe the elasticity of those leggings, they are so stretchy!

figurative The elasticity of her schedule allowed her to easily adapt to last-minute changes.

Grammatical Forms of elasticity

past tense

elasticized

plural

elasticities

comparative

more elastic

superlative

most elastic

present tense

elasticizes

future tense

will elasticize

perfect tense

has elasticized

continuous tense

is elasticizing

singular

elasticity

positive degree

elastic

infinitive

to elasticize

gerund

elasticizing

participle

elasticized

Origin and Evolution of elasticity

First Known Use: 1660 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'elasticity' originated from the Latin word 'elasticus' which means 'pertaining to driving forward'.
Evolution of the word: The term 'elasticity' was first used in the 17th century in the context of physics to describe the property of a material to return to its original shape after being stretched or compressed. Over time, the word has also been used in economics to describe the responsiveness of a variable to changes in another variable.