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Definition of pliancy

pliancy

/ˈplaɪ.ən.si/
pli · an · cy
Adverb:pliantly
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Plural:pliancies
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Adjective:pliant
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pliancy Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The physical quality of being easily bent, shaped, or flexed without breaking; suppleness or flexibility.

Example

"The craftsman soaked the willow reeds in warm water to increase their pliancy before weaving the basket."

2

The tendency of a person's character or mind to be easily influenced, persuaded, or adaptable to the wishes of others.

Example

"While the diplomat's pliancy helped avoid immediate conflict, critics worried he was conceding too much ground."

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• Rhymes for pliancy

• Nearby Words

pliability
pliable
pliably
pliancy
pliant
pliantly
plier

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 16th century from the adjective 'pliant' plus the suffix '-cy', ultimately tracing back to the Old French verb 'plier' (to bend or fold) and Latin 'plicare' (to fold).

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