Yieldingness

Pronunciation: /ˈjiɫdˈɪŋˈnɛs/

Yieldingness (noun)

  1. The quality of being willing to change your position or accept something, especially when there is pressure or disagreement.
  2. The tendency of a material to bend, stretch, or move when a force is applied, rather than staying rigid.

Examples

  • The yieldingness of the door lets it move when pushed.
  • Her yieldingness helps her avoid arguments during stressful talks.