stretchier

Pulls longer now

Stretchier is the comparative form of stretchy, describing something with more elasticity or give than another: This fabric is stretchier than the one we used last time.

It applies to materials that can extend and return to shape—spandex is stretchier than cotton, yoga pants stretchier than jeans.

elastic

spandex

Elastic synthetic fiber

bungee · yoga pants · tights · leggings · latex · neoprene · waistband · swimsuit · compression · athletic wear

material

fabric

Woven or knit material

  • knitLoop yarn into fabric
  • jerseyKnitted pullover garment
  • meshInterlocking open weave

denim · cotton blend · polyester · nylon · weave · textile · garment · clothing · activewear · shapewear

flexibility

pliability

Ability to bend easily

plasticity · ductility · limberness · elasticity · pliantness · softness · give · extensibility · distensibility · expandability

adaptability

versatility

Capacity for varied applications

modifiability · customizability · alterability · fluidity · variability · flexibility · forgiving · adjustable · tolerance

Opposites
elasticity/flexibility

stretchierstiffer

Less flexible, comparatively

tighter · firmer · harder

Phrases
Family

stretching, stretchiest, restretching

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G