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Which word is synonymous with "elastic"?

Rigid
Stretchy
Solid
Fragile

The correct answer is: Stretchy

The word "elastic" refers to a material's ability to stretch and then return to its original shape. This characteristic of being able to stretch significantly without breaking or losing form directly aligns with the meaning of "stretchy." When a substance is described as stretchy, it implies flexibility and resilience, similar to how elastic materials behave. In contrast, the other options suggest qualities that do not share this level of flexibility. For example, "rigid" describes something that cannot bend or stretch at all. "Solid" refers to a state of matter that typically does not conform or change shape easily, and "fragile" implies delicacy and a tendency to break or shatter easily, which is the opposite of the resilience associated with elastic materials. Therefore, "stretchy" is the most accurate synonym for "elastic."