Flexible

/ˈflɛksəbl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Capable of bending easily without breaking; supple.

The flexible rubber band easily stretched around the package.

Easily modified to respond to altered circumstances.

The company has a flexible work schedule that allows employees to choose their hours.

Able to be changed or adjusted.

We need a flexible approach to accommodate the varying needs of our clients.

From Latin 'flexibilis', from 'flectere' meaning 'to bend'.

flexible schedule

A work schedule that allows for changes and adjustments.

flexible approach

A way of dealing with problems that is open to change.

flexible spending account

A pre-tax benefit account that allows employees to pay for certain expenses.

flexibility

The quality of being adaptable or variable.

flexibly

In a flexible manner.

Chill or easy-going attitude.

She's really flexible about plans; we can decide last minute.