flex

/fleks/

Definitions

1. noun

a sudden movement to change direction or position, especially in sports

“He made a quick flex to avoid the opponent’s tackle.”

2. verb

to bend or twist something, especially to loosen its stiffness or rigidity

“The athlete flexed her muscles to warm up before the competition.”

3. verb

to show off one’s strength or abilities, especially on social media

“She flexed her new job title on her social media profile.”

4. verb

to be flexible or adaptable

“The company had to flex its production schedule to meet the changing demand.”

5. noun

a program or software feature that allows users to change the layout or appearance of a website or application

“The new website has a flex layout that adjusts to different screen sizes.”

6. verb

to make a sudden or surprising movement, especially to show strength or power

“The animal flexed its powerful muscles to scare away the predator.”

Synonyms

  • bend
  • flexibility
  • stretch
  • twist

Antonyms

  • rigidity
  • stiffness