malleability
/məˌleɪbɪˈlɪti/ · mal·e·a·bil·i·ty
noun
- The quality or state of being capable of being shaped or molded, especially by heat or pressure. The malleability of metals made them ideal for crafting intricate designs.
- The ability to be influenced or changed by external factors, such as social pressure or environmental conditions. The malleability of public opinion made it difficult to predict the outcome of the election.
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Did you know? The concept of malleability has been observed in various natural phenomena, such as the flow of molten lava, which can be molded into different shapes and forms.