workability

noun

Definition of workabilitynext
as in elasticity

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Recent Examples of workability Cement made faster The research also showed that the low-carbon cement had mechanical properties including durability and workability. — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 27 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for workability
  1. elasticity
  2. flexibility
  3. adaptability
Noun
  • The flexible polymer, meanwhile, reinforces the structure and improves its elasticity.
    — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 26 Aug. 2026
  • That palpable elasticity extended into Curry’s voice work for animation, unearthing another layer of the late actor’s otherworldly talent.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of elasticity
Noun
  • Golday already knows two defensive positions and pairs his flexibility with outstanding special teams ability.
    — Alec Lewis, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Is flexibility written policy or manager discretion, because those two behave very differently the week somebody has a stroke.
    — Jasmine Browley, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of flexibility
Noun
  • Together, shifting preferences among employers and young job seekers in favor of contract work are reshaping the terms of employment around greater autonomy and adaptability.
    — Noah Yosif, Fortune, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Cheap leather often wears quickly and is stiffer, with less adaptability.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of adaptability

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“Workability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/workability. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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