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Synonyms & Similar Words
inflexible
stiff
unyielding
firm
hard
solid
tight
compact
dense
tough
uncompromising
unrelenting
stern
austere
strict
severe
harsh
unshakeable
immovable
obstinate
stubborn
intransigent
inlexible
brittle
glassy
icy
frozen
unbending
unadaptable
infallible
Meaning of Rigid
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "rigid" refers to something that is unable to bend or flex, or a person who is unyielding and uncompromising in their views or behavior.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "rigid" as being stiff or unyielding, or having a fixed and unchanging shape or form.
- Cambridge Dictionary describes "rigid" as not able to bend or move, or not willing to change or compromise.
Example Uses
- The rigid structure of the bridge allowed it to withstand the strong winds and earthquakes.
- She had a rigid schedule and never deviated from it, no matter what.
- The company had a rigid policy of not hiring anyone without a degree.
- The athlete's rigid training regimen helped her win the championship.
- The rigid social norms of the community made it difficult for people to express themselves freely.