English · Body & Health
flexibility
/ˌflek.səˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/
[/ˌflek.səˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/]
ability to bend
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The ability of the body to bend and stretch easily. It also means willingness to change or adapt to new situations.
Example
Daily stretching improved her flexibility so much that she could finally touch her toes.
Daily stretching improved her flexibility so much that she could finally touch her toes.
Etymology
From Latin 'flexibilis', from 'flectere' meaning 'to bend'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used physically for the body and figuratively for adaptable schedules, plans, or attitudes.