Meanings
three-dimensional, having or evoking depth (especially of art and depictions)
figurativevivid, graphic (description, impression, etc.)
plastic (pertaining to the plastic arts)
formalplastic, malleable
Examples
GermanEnglish
Tom ist ein plastischer Chirurg.Tom is a plastic surgeon.
Die Sprache des Autors ist plastisch, geschmeidig und nuanciert.The author's language is vivid, supple and nuanced.