1. the quality of being able to be hammered or pressed into shape without breaking
Usage: materials science; metallurgy
2. the quality of being easily influenced, trained, or controlled
Usage: figurative

Examples

• Gold’s malleability makes it perfect for jewelry making.
• The malleability of copper allows it to be shaped into pipes and wires.
• Steel loses its malleability when it becomes too cold.
• The teacher appreciated the malleability of her young students’ minds.
• His malleability as a leader made him easy to manipulate.
• The clay’s malleability decreased as it dried out.
• Politicians often exploit the malleability of public opinion.