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inelastic

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnəˈlæstɪk/

The English word “inelastic” has 3 meanings listed here.

adjective

  1. Lacking elasticity; inflexible, unyielding.
  2. Insensitive to changes in price.
  3. Resistant to swings during elections; predictable.

Etymology

From in- + elastic.

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