Plastic (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Capable of being molded or modeled (especially of earth or clay or other soft material); "plastic substances such as wax or clay".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The artist worked with plastic clay to create beautiful and delicate sculptures that showcased her skill.
- The child played with a ball of plastic dough, molding it into various shapes and objects.
- The potter's wheel was covered in a layer of plastic earth, ready to be shaped into a functional vessel.
- The wax she used for encaustic painting was a plastic substance that she could manipulate with heat.
- The kid's toy box contained a plastic substance called modeling compound that could be reshaped and reused.
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Meaning 2
Forming or capable of forming or molding or fashioning; "a formative influence"; "a formative experience"; "the plastic forces of nature".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The sculptor worked with the plastic clay, molding it into intricate shapes.
- The molten glass was plastic and could be shaped into delicate vases.
- Earth's crust is plastic, and forces within the planet can cause it to change over time.
- The dynamic movement of the warm lights revealed the plastic curves of her facial features.
- The artists used a machine that could heat and mold the plastic wax to create elaborate designs.
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Meaning 3
Capable of being influenced or formed; "the plastic minds of children"; "a pliant nature".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The plastic young minds of new employees can quickly absorb company culture and adapt to new roles.
- Children have plastic minds that can absorb and process massive amounts of new information.
- Her plastic nature allowed her to fit in with any group and socialize with people from all walks of life.
- The company targeted its advertising at people with more plastic personalities who were inclined to try new products.
- This artist was known for her ability to mold and shape clay into various forms, much like the plastic nature of human personalities.