as in malleability
the quality or state of being easily molded
we chose that type of clay for its greater plasticity
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Recent Examples of plasticity
And that is called brain plasticity, which involves our brain’s capacity to develop new neural pathways.
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Helen Dennis, Daily News, 4 Apr. 2026
The study adds to the literature showing that alcohol has detrimental effects on synaptic transmission, synaptic function, synaptic plasticity, and overall behavior by altering neurotransmitter release, receptor signaling, and gene expression in the brain.
—Christopher Gardner, Hartford Courant, 16 Mar. 2026
This specific ability to construct and manipulate symbols reflects the cognitive plasticity that enabled Homo sapiens to adapt and thrive, as per IFLScience.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 1 Mar. 2026
Neurogenesis, which is the birth and survival of new neurons, enhances brain plasticity — the ability of the brain to repair itself to maintain good cognitive function in the face of injury and the process of aging.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 25 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for plasticity
Helen Dennis, Daily News, 4 Apr. 2026
The study adds to the literature showing that alcohol has detrimental effects on synaptic transmission, synaptic function, synaptic plasticity, and overall behavior by altering neurotransmitter release, receptor signaling, and gene expression in the brain.
—Christopher Gardner, Hartford Courant, 16 Mar. 2026
This specific ability to construct and manipulate symbols reflects the cognitive plasticity that enabled Homo sapiens to adapt and thrive, as per IFLScience.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 1 Mar. 2026
Neurogenesis, which is the birth and survival of new neurons, enhances brain plasticity — the ability of the brain to repair itself to maintain good cognitive function in the face of injury and the process of aging.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 25 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for plasticity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plasticity
Noun
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This latest research is evidence of the brain’s malleability, and Pauldurai recommends thinking of the organ like a lump of clay.—
Lindsey Leake,
NBC news,
26 Feb. 2026
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So there's a lot more malleability towards what stories should drive the season.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Feb. 2026
Noun
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This flexibility is important for expeditionary operations, where infrastructure may be limited or damaged.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Apr. 2026
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While stars rarely hit free agency in today’s NBA, the threat and flexibility of a team holding max-level salary cap space can help facilitate a trade for such a player.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Plasticity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plasticity. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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