malleable
5 synonyms and 2 antonyms for malleable, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Capable of being hammered or pressed into a new shape without breaking, as with certain metals.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. adjective
Capable of being hammered or pressed into a new shape without breaking, as with certain metals.
“Gold is one of the most malleable metals known.”
Opposites
2. adjective
Easily influenced or shaped, especially in character or opinion.
“Young children have malleable minds that absorb new ideas quickly.”
Opposites
How to use malleable
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
malleable metal
malleable mind
highly malleable
Etymology
From Latin malleare ("to hammer"), from malleus ("hammer").
Full origin of malleable →Frequently asked questions
What does “malleable” mean?
The word “malleable” means capable of being hammered or pressed into a new shape without breaking, as with certain metals. In plain terms, something that can be bent, shaped, or changed easily, whether it's a metal or a person's opinions.
How do you pronounce “malleable”?
“Malleable” is pronounced MAEE-uh-buh ([ˈmæɫiəbɫ̩] in IPA).
How do you use “malleable” in a sentence?
Here is “malleable” used in a sentence: “Gold is one of the most malleable metals known.”
What part of speech is “malleable”?
“Malleable” is an adjective.
Where does the word “malleable” come from?
The word “malleable” comes from Latin. From Latin malleare ("to hammer"), from malleus ("hammer").
How many meanings does “malleable” have?
“Malleable” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: capable of being hammered or pressed into a new shape without breaking, as with certain metals.
