supple

🇬🇧 UK/'sʌpl/🇺🇸 US
TOEFLGREC1

Definitions

adj.

Bending and moving easily and gracefully; flexible; readily yielding to others.

柔软的,灵活的;顺从的

v.

To make or become flexible or compliant.

使柔软,使顺从

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
suppleother
=supple

Common Collocations

  • 1.supple body柔软的身体
  • 2.supple leather柔软的皮革
  • 3.supple mind灵活的思维
  • 4.remain supple保持柔韧

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Regular yoga practice keeps the body supple and strong.

  • 2.

    The dancer's supple movements captivated the entire audience.

  • 3.

    Apply leather conditioner regularly to keep the material supple.

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