Inelastic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌɪnəˈlæstɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Inelastic is an adjective meaning (literal or figurative) Lacking elasticity; inflexible, unyielding.
Meaning
(literal or figurative) Lacking elasticity; inflexible, unyielding.
More Meanings
- (economics) Insensitive to changes in price.
- (US, politics) Resistant to swings during elections; predictable.
Example Sentences
perfectly inelastic supply
I cannot believe that Christ himself intended that his religion should be so inelastic, so hard and fast, so cruel as you imply.
He spoke languidly, and only those few words, like a watch with an inelastic spring, that just ticks a moment or two and stops again.
A different approach is needed now, as there is more discretionary travel which, unlike the use of season tickets, does not have inelastic demand characteristics.
Synonyms for inelastic
Depending on context, synonyms include dead, springless, nonresilient.
Antonyms for inelastic
Common opposites include elastic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include nonresilient, springless, dead, elastic, bungee, inflexible.
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