inelastic
/ˌɪnɪˈlæstɪk/
adjective
- Not able to stretch or return to original shape after being stretched or pressed.
- The plastic became inelastic after being left in the cold for too long.
- The old rubber band was so inelastic that it snapped when pulled.
- Inelastic fabrics like denim do not stretch easily.
- Not changing easily in response to changes in price, demand, or other factors (used in economics).
- Gasoline is often inelastic because people need to buy it even when prices rise.
- The demand for life-saving medicine is highly inelastic.
- An inelastic supply means producers cannot quickly increase production when prices go up.
- Rigid or inflexible; not adaptable to new situations.
- His inelastic thinking made it hard for him to accept new ideas.
- The company's inelastic policies frustrated employees who wanted more flexibility.
- An inelastic schedule left no room for unexpected delays.
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