COMPRESSIBLE Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

compressible

adjective

Definition of compressible

as in elastic

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Recent Examples of compressible But above the speed of sound, air becomes compressible, where its density changes significantly with pressure and temperature. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 12 Nov. 2025 Cult-favorite Que water bottles use a silicone-free plastic in its compressible bottles. — Claire Volkman, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Apr. 2025 Bags that are both compressible and warm tend to be expensive. — Wes Siler, Outside Online, 27 Sep. 2024 Highlighted products across the campaign include featherweight jackets filled with compressible 900-fill-power, responsibly sourced down, and ThermoZen styles fitted with PrimaLoft Gold insulation technology that retains heat even when wet. — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019 See All Example Sentences for compressible

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Adjective

That’s why brands tout benefits like more collagen, firmer and more elastic skin, smoother texture and fewer visible fine lines.

— Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 21 Oct. 2026
That research has given PDRN skincare a list of buzzy promises, including more collagen, firmer and more elastic skin, smoother texture and softer fine lines, all of which fit neatly into the booming bio-repair category.

— Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of elastic

Adjective

Once the exterior is pliable enough to season, apply the brine and return the turkey to the refrigerator to finish thawing.

— Julie Harans, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Oct. 2026
The flour tortillas are Chihuahua-style, delicately flaky, but dense and pliable enough to prevent leakage.

— Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of pliable

Adjective

According to the blog post, the Foundation is in the process of replacing the acrylic roof with a more resilient material that more closely resembles Wright’s canvas.

— Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 22 Oct. 2026
In China, Hermès has proved more resilient than its peers since the beginning of the luxury downturn in 2023.

— Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of resilient

Adjective

Her human slogan machine rap seemed more like a complement to JT’s malleable traditionalism rather than the other way around.

— Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 28 Oct. 2026
Rather than rehashing traditional compositions, the group recognizes these sorely untapped sounds as living and malleable, creating new interpretations that bring them to our times without losing an ounce of their essence and verve.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of malleable

Adjective

This collaborative work delivers a new chemical strategy for fabricating high-performance flexible perovskite modules in China.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 26 Oct. 2026
Faster decisions and more flexible production can let brands commit to holding less stock, replenish the hits that sell, and avoid some of the markdowns and unsold inventory that are routinely baked into seasonal forecasting.

— Jessica Binns, Vogue, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of flexible

Adjective

But the small size of the market for bendable phones relative to the broader smartphone market concerned other analysts.

— Tobias Burns, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2026
The bendable screen also means new features such as dual-screen use for the camera, alongside innovations for running multiple apps at once across iOS.

— James Peckham, PC Magazine, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of bendable

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