Pliable
mediumPLY-uh-bul
adjective
Definition
Easily bent or shaped; flexible and adaptable
Examples
“The clay was pliable enough to mold into any shape.”
“She had a pliable attitude that helped her adjust to changes.”
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GRE Tip
Pliable is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "flexible" or "malleable" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "rigid".
Related GRE Words
pliant
Easily bent; flexible; or easily influenced
malleable
Easily influenced or changed; adaptable
versatile
Able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities
ephemeral
Lasting for a very short time; transitory
abate
To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity
benevolent
Well-meaning and kindly; generous and charitable
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