pliable – 1. easily bent; flexible 2. easily influenced
(Pronounced ply-uh-buhl)
To remember the definition of the word pliable, use the following mnemonic:
Using pliers, a bull (pliable) easily bent the metal bars. It wasn't difficult to get him to help as he's easily influenced.
Examples of pliable in a sentence (1. easily bent; flexible)
The metal was pliable when heated.
They needed to find a less pliable material for their barrier.
He found the more pliable stick more difficult to snap.
Examples of pliable in a sentence (2. easily influenced)
He was far too pliable to be a negotiator.
Her pliable nature made her an easy target for scammers.
They needed someone pliable for the hypnotism to work on.
