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rigid
01
not flexible or easily bent
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
most rigid
Comparative
more rigid
gradable
Examples
The ruler was made of rigid plastic, ensuring accurate measurements.
02
(of a person or body part) held stiff and motionless due to fear, shock, or strong tension
Examples
He stood rigid with fear, unable to take a step.
03
unwilling to change or adapt, especially in attitudes or beliefs
Examples
His rigid views on education prevented any discussions on reform.
04
describing an airship or dirigible whose shape is maintained by a stiff, unyielding frame
Examples
The Hindenburg was a famous rigid airship.
Lexical Tree
nonrigid
rigidify
rigidity
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