1. In a manner that is capable of being drawn out into a thin wire or thread without breaking; with ductility.
Usage: technical; materials science
2. In a manner that is adaptable, flexible, or responsive to change; with willingness to be led or influenced.
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The metal deformed ductilely under the applied stress, stretching without fracturing.
• Gold can be drawn ductilely into extremely fine wires used in electronics.
• She responded ductilely to the new requirements, adjusting her approach without resistance.
• The material behaved ductilely at high temperatures, allowing for easier shaping.
• He ductilely adapted his teaching methods to suit the diverse learning styles of his students.
• The polymer stretched ductilely before eventually breaking under excessive tension.