pliable
/ˈplaɪəbəl/
adjective
- Easily bent or shaped without breaking; flexible.
- Young tree branches are more pliable than old, brittle ones.
- She used a pliable wire to secure the loose fence panel.
- The clay was still pliable, so the potter could reshape the vase.
- Easily influenced or persuaded; adaptable in character.
- He was too pliable in negotiations and gave away too many concessions.
- Children's minds are pliable and can be shaped by their environment.
- The manager preferred pliable employees who would not question her decisions.