adj · neutral
flexible
/ˈflɛksəbl/FLEX·i·ble
able to change or be changed easily according to situation; willing to adjust
Examples
“The university offers flexible course schedules for working students.”
“Employers appreciate staff who are flexible about duties.”
“You need flexible thinking to solve this kind of problem.”
Band 8 sentence
“Offering flexible working arrangements has become essential for employers aiming to attract talent in today's competitive market.”
Collocations
- flexible hours
- be flexible about
- flexible approach
Word family
Common mistakes
I am flexible to work any time.→I am flexible about working hours.
The schedule is flexiable.→The schedule is flexible.
Say it for a higher band
5open→6adaptable→7+flexible
Synonyms
adaptable
Easily confused
adaptable
“Good employees are adaptable and can learn new roles quickly.”
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