Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unpliable

Adjective
/ʌnˈplaɪ.ə.bəl/
Definition
Not flexible; unable to bend or yield.
Examples
  • The plastic became unpliable after being exposed to high temperatures.
  • His unpliable attitude made it difficult for the team to adapt to changes.
  • When the dough is left out too long, it can become unpliable and hard to work with.
Meaning
The term ‘unpliable’ describes something that cannot be easily shaped or influenced. It may refer to materials, attitudes, or behaviors that lack adaptability or flexibility.
Synonyms
  • Rigid
  • Inflexible
  • Stiff
  • Unyielding
  • Unbendable