Pronunciation

/plæstɪk/

Definitions

Noun

1. Material made from polymer resins that can be molded or shaped into various forms and then hardened, often for various purposes such as containers, packaging, or household items. Example: “The table was made of plastic.”
2. A synthetic substance having similar properties to natural rubber or certain types of glass, used for molding or forming. Example: “Plastic surgery can reshape body parts.”
3. A general term for imitative or artificial qualities, often suggesting a cheap or disposable nature. Example: “The event had a very plastic atmosphere.”
4. An imitation of something genuine or authentic. Example: “A plastic imitation of a vintage guitar.”

Verb

1. To form or shape (a material) using plasticity. Example: “The artist is skilled in shaping plastic clay.”
2. To use or employ plastic materials or methods. Example: “They are using plastic techniques to create the set.”

Adjective

1. Capable of being easily molded or shaped. Example: “Plasticine is a moldable plastic material.”
2. Not solid or durable; fragile or brittle. Example: “The vase feels quite plastic.”
3. Artificially pleasant or insincere. Example: “Her smile was overly plastic.”

Adverb

Very rare, not commonly used as an adverb.

Phrases

• “Made of plastic”
• “Use plastic wrap to seal the container”
• “Plastic surgery results”
• “A plastic smile”
• “A synthetic alternative”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She discarded the plastic bottle in the recycling bin.”
• Verb: “The architect designed the house with a plastic sense of minimalism.”
• Adjective: “The surface of the chair felt cold and plastic to the touch.”
• Adjective (as a modifier for smile): “Her face wore a plastic expression throughout the interview.”

Synonyms

• Synthetic
• Vinyl
• Flexible
• Moldable
• Resilient
• Artificial
• Unnatural
• Disposable
• Faux (for imitation)