malleability

• Propriété d'un matériau, notamment d'un métal, qui lui permet de se déformer, d'être étiré, forgé ou laminé sans se rompre ; capacité à changer de forme sous contrainte.

A noun referring to the property of a material that allows it to be shaped, hammered, or pressed without breaking, typically used in metallurgy and materials science.

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1. Physical property of metalsB2formal

   The ability of a material, especially metal, to be hammered, pressed, or rolled into thin sheets without breaking or cracking.

   Malléabilité (propriété physique des métaux)

   • Gold is known for its high malleability, allowing it to be shaped into thin foil.
   • The malleability of copper makes it ideal for electrical wiring.
   • Blacksmiths rely on the malleability of heated iron to forge tools.

   Synonymesplasticity

   Antonymesbrittlenessfriability

2. Adaptability or flexibilityC1formal

   The quality of being easily influenced, changed, or adapted to new conditions.

   Adaptabilité ou flexibilité

   • The malleability of a child's mind makes early education crucial.
   • A successful leader must have the malleability to adjust strategies.
   • The malleability of the company's policies allowed for quick innovation.

   Synonymesadaptabilitycomplianceflexibilityplasticitypliabilitytractability

   Antonymesinflexibilityobstinacyrigiditystubbornness