pliable
形容詞
UK/ˈplaɪ.ə.bᵊl/
US/ˈplaɪ.ə.bᵊl/
定義 pliable 形容詞
A pliable substance can be easily bent or shaped without breaking or cracking.
(物质)易弯曲的;柔韧的
This metal becomes more pliable after being heated.
这种金属加热后会变得更易弯曲。
Rubber is a very pliable material.
橡胶是一种非常柔韧的材料。
The fabric has good pliability, making it suitable for clothing.
这种布料具有良好的柔韧性,非常适合制作衣物。
- disapproving(贬义)
A pliable person is easily influenced or controlled by others; they tend to be compliant.
(人)易受影响的;顺从的
He found her to be very pliable, easily persuaded to do anything.
他发现她非常顺从,很容易被说服做任何事情。
The young intern was too pliable and afraid to express his own opinions.
这位年轻的实习生太容易受人影响,不敢表达自己的意见。
The manager was looking for a pliable employee he could easily manipulate.
经理正在寻找一个容易操控的顺从员工。