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Definition of pliable

pliable

/ˈplaɪ.ə.bəl/
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Adverb:pliably
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• adjective

1

Easily bent, shaped, or flexed without breaking; supple.

Example

"The artisan soaked the leather in warm water until it became soft and pliable enough to mold."

2

Easily influenced, persuaded, or controlled by others; compliant.

Example

"The committee sought a more pliable candidate who would readily follow the board's directives."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 15th century from Old French pliable, derived from plier ('to fold' or 'to bend'), which traces back to Latin plicare ('to fold').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pliable. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pliable
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