elasticity
Translation
elasticity, flexibility, resilience
Examples
Rubber bands have great elasticity.
Rubber bands have great elasticity.
The elasticity of demand for this product is low.
The elasticity of demand for this product is low.
Grammar Patterns
the elasticity of ((sth.)) The elasticity of the material is impressive.
Similar Words
Synonyms: flexibility, resilience, suppleness; Antonyms: rigidity, stiffness
Etymology
From 'elastic' plus the suffix '-ity', which denotes a quality or state. 'Elastic' comes from Greek 'elastikos' (propulsive).
Memory Tips
Think of an 'elastic' band and its quality ('-ity') of being able to stretch and return to its original shape.