adjective
- able to spring back to its original size, shape, or position after being stretched, squeezed, flexed, expanded, etc.; flexible; springy
- able to recover easily from dejection, fatigue, etc.; buoyant: an elastic temperament
- readily changed or changing to suit circumstances; adaptable: elastic regulations
- Econ. responding to changes in price: said of the demand for, or supply of, particular goods or services
Origin:
ModL elasticus < LGr elastikos < Gr elaunein, to set in motion, beat out < IE base *el-, to drive, move, go > ? lane