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moldability

moldability

1 5.8
The quality of a material that allows it to be shaped easily
  • noun
  • /ˌmoʊldəˈbɪlɪti/
  • Specialized
: moldabilidad
  • The moldability of this clay makes it perfect for sculpting.

Examples

  • The moldability of clay makes it popular for pottery and sculpture.

  • Engineers test the moldability of new materials before using them in manufacturing.

  • High moldability is essential for plastics used in injection molding processes.

  • Can you explain the moldability of this material?

  • The moldability of clay makes it a favorite material for sculptors.

  • Silicone's excellent moldability allows it to be shaped into various kitchen tools.

  • The product's moldability ensures that it can be easily adapted for different applications.

Synonyms

malleability
vsmoldability
  • Specialized
2 7.4

The ability of a metal to be shaped by hammering or pressure without cracking

is about easy shaping generally not limited to pressure methods
plasticity
vsmoldability
  • Specialized
1 6.1

Easy to shape or bend without breaking

is the general quality of easily taking shape or form
pliability
vsmoldability
1 6.0

Easy to bend or shape without breaking

is more about permanent forming rather than simple bending
deformability
vsmoldability
  • Specialized
1 7.3

How easily a material like rubber changes shape without breaking

emphasizes controlled easy shaping for use rather than accidental change
formability
vsmoldability
  • Specialized
6.0

A material quality that lets you shape it without breaking, like metal or plastic

is broader used for ease of shaping across many methods

Antonyms

13 3.9

A condition when parts of the body or objects are hard to move, often causing pain

rigidity
  • Specialized
5 6.0

Not able to bend or change shape easily

How Moldable

moldability
  • Specialized
1 5.8
plasticity
  • Specialized
1 6.1
malleability
  • Specialized
2 7.4
ductility
  • Specialized
1 8.0
rigidity
  • Specialized
5 6.0
stiffness
13 3.9

Surface Forms

moldability singular
moldabilities plural
mouldability singular

Morphology

moldability = moldable (transparent) = mold + able + ity

The noun is formed by adding the productive nominalizing suffix '-ity' to the adjective 'moldable', yielding 'the quality of being moldable'.

Etymology

Moldability comes from the simple verb mold meaning 'to shape' and the ending -ability meaning 'can be done'. Think of clay or hot plastic pressed into a form, so moldability is how easily a material can be shaped.