yielding — easily bent, flexible, or giving way under pressure
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: easily bent, flexible, or giving way under pressure
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈjiːldɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- The yielding sofa swallowed him whole like a furniture monster.
- His yielding nature made him agree to wear a pink tutu to the party.
- The yielding clay was perfect for making pottery.
yielding
ADJECTIVE[/ˈjiːldɪŋ/]
easily bent, flexible, or giving way under pressure
The old wooden bridge is yielding under the weight of the heavy wagon.
Yielding while wielding, gracefully shielding!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'gieldan' meaning 'to pay, give, or repay.' Over time, the meaning evolved from giving payment to giving way or surrendering.
Breakdown
yield (from Old English 'gieldan' meaning to give/pay) + -ing (present participle suffix indicating ongoing action or state)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The yielding sofa swallowed him whole like a furniture monster.”
“His yielding nature made him agree to wear a pink tutu to the party.”
“The yielding clay was perfect for making pottery.”
“She found the yielding fabric comfortable for her workout clothes.”
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