anastaltic

/ˌænəˈstæltɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by anastalsis, a temporary and reversible change in the shape of a solid due to external pressure

“The anastaltic properties of the material made it useful for applications in fields like aerospace engineering.”

Synonyms

  • malleable
  • plastic

Antonyms

  • inelastic
  • rigid