Flex Word Meaning

early 16th century: from Latin flex- ‘bent’, from the verb flectere

(with reference to a limb or joint) bend or become bent

bend limb or joint

• she saw him flex his ankle and wince
• it's important to prevent the damaged wrist from flexing

put a (skill, talent, or ability) to use

put (skill or ability) to use

• the talks were seen as a way for Merkel to flex her well-known diplomatic prowess

the action or state of flexing

action or state of flexing

• add rigidity and eliminate brake flex

a boastful statement or display

boastful statement or display

• ridiculous flexes of exorbitant wealth
• a sing-songy verse full of flexes and threats