Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈplaɪəntnəs/
KK: /ˈplaɪəntnəs/
Definition
The condition of being flexible or easily influenced.
Example
The pliantness of the material made it easy to shape into different forms.
Conversation

Have you noticed how the artist's pliantness allows them to create such unique sculptures?

Yeah, it's impressive how they can shape materials so easily.

I think that quality really sets them apart from others.

Absolutely, it shows their skill and creativity.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
flexibility
adaptability
malleability
Antonyms
rigidity
stiffness
inflexibility
Root Explanation
Pliantness → It is formed from "pliant" (from Old French *pliant*, meaning bending or flexible) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "pliantness" refers to the quality of being flexible or easily bent.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'pliant' which means flexible, and remember that 'pliantness' describes the state of being flexible.
Visually Confused Words
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patness