malleability
noun
mal·lea·bil·i·ty
ˌma-lē-ə-ˈbi-lə-tē 
ˌmal-yə-,
ˌma-lə-
: the quality or state of being malleable: such as
a
: capability of being shaped or extended by hammering, forging, etc.
the malleability of tin
b
: capability of being influenced or altered by external forces
The malleability of memory … is the first reason why autobiographies should be taken with a grain of salt.—
Judith Rich Harris
Judith Rich Harris
Examples of malleability in a Sentence
the malleability and conductivity of gold makes it well-suited for use in electronic circuitry
Recent Examples on the Web
And in keeping with the constant changing priorities of Winslet’s mercurial chancellor, Riseborough played the part with the malleability of a woman constantly hustling to satisfy her boss’s latest whim.
—Jen Chaney, Vulture, 2 Apr. 2024
The material is sought after for its strength and malleability while maintaining a light weight.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 24 May 2024
Apple also revealed the Apple Pencil Pro, which promises more malleability over your projects than the regular Apple Pencil for only $30 more, along with updates to the suite of apps that use the stylus.
—Florence Ion / Gizmodo, Quartz, 7 May 2024
In South Korea, a technological powerhouse, firms are taking advantage of the technology’s malleability to shape A.I. systems from the ground up to address local needs.
—John Yoon, New York Times, 20 Dec. 2023
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Jen Chaney, Vulture, 2 Apr. 2024
The material is sought after for its strength and malleability while maintaining a light weight.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 24 May 2024
Apple also revealed the Apple Pencil Pro, which promises more malleability over your projects than the regular Apple Pencil for only $30 more, along with updates to the suite of apps that use the stylus.
—Florence Ion / Gizmodo, Quartz, 7 May 2024
In South Korea, a technological powerhouse, firms are taking advantage of the technology’s malleability to shape A.I. systems from the ground up to address local needs.
—John Yoon, New York Times, 20 Dec. 2023
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“Malleability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/malleability. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
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