Rigidity
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɹɪˈd͡ʒɪdɪti/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Rigidity is a noun meaning The quality or state of being rigid; lack of pliability; the quality of resisting change of physical shape.
Meaning
The quality or state of being rigid; lack of pliability; the quality of resisting change of physical shape.
More Meanings
- The amount of resistance with which a body opposes change of form.
- Stiffness of appearance or manner; want of ease or elegance.
- (economics) stickiness (of prices/wages etc.). Describing the tendency of prices and money wages to adjust to changes in the economy with a certain delay.
Example Sentences
moral rigidity
structural rigidity
speak with excessive rigidity
She disliked the rigidity of the rules.
Word Forms
- rigidities
Synonyms for rigidity
Depending on context, synonyms include inflexibility.
Antonyms for rigidity
Common opposites include flexibility, ductility, malleability, softness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include inflexibility, stubbornness, stiffness, intransigence, rigour, stringency.
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