# malleable

/ˈmæɫiəbəɫ/ (US) · /mˈæləbəl/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/malleable
Updated: 2026-05-25

## Definition

easy to shape or change. You use this to describe things like metal that can be hammered into different shapes, or people who are easy to influence.

For teachers: capable of being shaped or formed by hammering or pressure; easily influenced or persuaded. Often used to describe both physical materials and abstract qualities like opinions or character.

## Examples

- Gold is a very malleable metal.
- The young apprentice was malleable and willing to learn any new technique his master suggested.
- While the initial proposal was rigid, the final draft proved surprisingly malleable, allowing the committee to incorporate several minor amendments without compromising the core objectives.

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