elasticity

noun

elas·​tic·​i·​ty i-ˌla-ˈsti-sə-tē 

ˌē-ˌla-,

-ˈti-stē

plural elasticities

1

: the quality or state of being elastic: such as

a

: the capability of a strained body to recover its size and shape after deformation : springiness

b

: resilience sense 2

c

: the quality of being adaptable

2

: the responsiveness of a dependent economic variable to changes in influencing factors

elasticity of demand

price elasticity

Examples of elasticity in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Featuring evening primrose oil, avocado oil, hyaluronic acid, and shea butter to help support cellular renewal while promoting skin elasticity, Tandon was surprised by how hydrating this was despite its lightweight texture. —Neha Tandon, Glamour, 6 May 2025

This skin cream is great for all skin types and helps reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles while supporting skin elasticity. —Nora Colomer May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 2 May 2025

Unprotected sun exposure can lead to age spots, decreased skin elasticity, and broken capillaries (around the nose and chest), not to mention the immediate painful sunburn. —Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 1 May 2025

Causes of Saggy Skin Sagging skin happens when the skin loses its natural elasticity, which is the ability to stretch and snap back into place. —Susan Bard, Verywell Health, 28 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1664, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for elasticity

• authenticity
• chromaticity
• concentricity
• domesticity
• eccentricity
• electricity
• iconicity
• metallicity
• multiplicity
• specificity
• synchronicity
• analyticity

Medical Definition

elasticity

noun

elas·​tic·​i·​ty i-ˌlas-ˈtis-ət-ē, ˌē-ˌlas-, -ˈtis-tē 

plural elasticities

: the quality or state of being elastic