Pronunciation: /ˈplaɪənt/
noun a pliant person or thing
A1 I need a pliant material to wrap around the fragile object.
A2 The pliant fabric easily stretched to fit the shape of the furniture.
B1 The pliant nature of the clay allowed the artist to mold it into intricate shapes.
B2 The pliant branches of the tree swayed gently in the breeze.
C1 She admired the pliant movements of the gymnast as she performed her routine.
C2 The pliant attitude of the team leader helped to smooth over any conflicts within the group.
adjective capable of being bent or flexed; easily influenced or persuaded
A1 The pliant fabric of the dress made it easy to move in.
A2 The pliant branches of the tree swayed gently in the wind.
B1 She was a pliant student, always willing to learn and adapt.
B2 The pliant material of the yoga mat allowed for comfortable stretching.
C1 His pliant attitude towards change helped him succeed in his career.
C2 The artist's pliant creativity knew no bounds, leading to groundbreaking work.
formal The fabric of the dress was pliant, allowing for ease of movement.
informal I prefer using a pliant material for my DIY projects because it's easier to work with.
slang She's so pliant, always going along with whatever her friends want to do.
figurative His pliant personality made him easily influenced by others.
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