pliant
adjectiveUK /ˈplaɪ.ənt/
US /ˈplaɪ.ənt/
Easy to bend or shape without breaking.
The pliant clay was easy to mold into a little bowl.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Willing to agree with others or follow instructions.
The pliant student happily followed every suggestion from the teacher.
3. Easily influenced or controlled by other people.
His pliant nature made him agree to whatever the group wanted.
4. Able to change or adapt to new situations easily.
Her pliant mind adjusted quickly to the new school.