malleable
/ˈmæli.əbəl/
Group 7Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Easily influenced; pliable GRE
Example in Context
The young senator proved far less malleable than party leaders had expected, breaking ranks on several key votes in her first term.
Synonyms
flexiblepliablemoldable
Etymology
Able to be shaped or hammered into form — easily influenced.
- malleus (Latin) — hammer
Memory Aid
🔨Sounds like “malleable”
A magician using a hammer to mold a person into whatever shape they want — showing how MALLEABLE they are!
Visual Association
🧪A sculptor effortlessly shaping clay into various forms, demonstrating its malleability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “malleable” mean on the GRE?
malleable (adjective) means “Easily influenced; pliable”. The young senator proved far less malleable than party leaders had expected, breaking ranks on several key votes in her first term.
How to remember “malleable” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “malleable” sounds like “malleable”. A magician using a hammer to mold a person into whatever shape they want — showing how MALLEABLE they are!
What are synonyms for “malleable”?
Common synonyms: flexible, pliable, moldable.