Resilience (Noun)
Meaning 1
An occurrence of rebounding or springing back.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
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Meaning 2
The physical property of a material that can return to its original shape or position after deformation that does not exceed its elastic limit.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The resilience of the metal helped it to recover its original shape quickly after being bent.
- The flexibility and resilience of the plastic material made it suitable for use in a variety of applications.
- The composite material's resilience was evaluated through tensile and compressive tests.
- The resilience of the material was determined by its ability to withstand deformation without permanent damage.
- In the experiment, researchers measured the resilience of different materials to determine their potential for use in construction.