flexibility
/ˌfleksəˈbɪləti/
CEFR level B2Topic WorkWord #4963 in the learning path
灵活性；变通能力
Definitions
n. the ability to change or adapt to different needs
灵活性；变通能力
n. the ability to bend or stretch easily
柔韧性
Example
This job gives me flexibility to collect my daughter.
这份工作时间灵活，方便我去接女儿。
Greater flexibility in working hours can help employees balance professional responsibilities with family commitments.
更灵活的工作时间能帮助员工平衡工作职责与家庭义务。
Collocations
- offer flexibility
- greater flexibility
- improve flexibility
- flexibility in working hours
Word family
- flexible (adj.)
- flexibly (adv.)
- inflexible (adj.)
Synonyms
- adaptability
- versatility
Antonyms
- rigidity
- inflexibility
Usage tip
既可指安排可变通，也可指身体或材料的柔韧性。
FAQ
- What does flexibility mean?
- the ability to change or adapt to different needs the ability to bend or stretch easily
- How is flexibility pronounced?
- UK /ˌfleksəˈbɪləti/, US /ˌfleksəˈbɪləti/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
