Simple meaning
What does Flexible mean?
Flexible means able to adjust.
Dictionary definition
Able to change or adjust when needed; not rigid.
Example sentences
Flexible in a sentence
easy
A flexible plan helps during schedule changes.
medium
She stayed flexible when the lab materials ran out.
hard
Flexible thinkers can try new approaches to solve problems.
Synonyms
Words like Flexible
adaptableUse when someone adjusts well to change.
adjustableUse for things that can be changed easily.
Antonyms
Opposite words
rigidUse when change is difficult or not allowed.
fixedUse when something stays the same.
Word family
Flexible word family
Base word
flexible
noun
flexibility
The ability to adjust to new situations.
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Practice 1
What does flexible mean?
Flexible people or plans can change effectively with conditions.
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