elastic

/ɪlˈɑːstɪk/

/ɪˈɫæstɪk/

elastic

capable of resuming original shape after stretching or compression; springy

antonyms : inelastic

able to adjust readily to different conditions

synonyms : flexible

Elastic

a fabric made of yarns containing an elastic material

a narrow band of elastic rubber used to hold things (such as papers) together

Examples

1. Our biology is elastic.

2. That pouch is very elastic.

3. The demand for clothing is infinitely elastic.

4. Nanotubes are quite elastic.