Ductile
Adjective
Definition: Capable of being drawn out into a thin wire or hammered into thin sheets; malleable.
Synonyms: Pliable, Flexible, Malleable
Antonyms: Brittle, Inflexible, Rigid
- Gold is a ductile metal that can be easily formed into various shapes.
- The ductile nature of copper allows it to be used in electrical wiring.
- "Ductile" sounds like "duct-tile". Imagine flexible tiles that can be easily formed or shaped.
Etymology:
Derived from the Latin word "ductilis", meaning "capable of being led or drawn".
Historical Usage:The term "ductile" has been used in the context of metalworking and material properties since ancient times, dating back to the Roman Empire.
Related Idioms:
"Ductile personality"
Explanation:Refers to someone who is adaptable and able to adjust easily to different situations or circumstances.
Misconceptions:
Believing that "ductile" only refers to the ability of metals to be drawn into wires.
Explanation:While its primary use is in reference to metals, "ductile" can also describe other materials or substances capable of being molded or shaped without breaking.