单词	rigidity
释义	rigidity noun ri·​gid·​i·​ty rə-ˈji-də-tē  plural rigidities 1 : the quality or state of being rigid 2 : one that is rigid (as in form or conduct) Synonyms exactingness hardness harshness inflexibility rigidness rigor rigorousness severity sternness strictness stringency See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences sometimes the rigidity of the headmaster's discipline was deemed excessive by even much of the faculty Recent Examples on the Web Flexible glass provides some rigidity to the otherwise squishy plastic display. Ron Amadeo, Ars Technica, 12 Aug. 2022 Not all are bound to C-suite rigidity, or looking only for something tasteful to wear on vacation in Vail. Jacob Gallagher, WSJ, 20 May 2022 The body structure has more torsional rigidity, but the suspension pickup points are unchanged. Dan Edmunds, Car and Driver, 16 May 2022 Convertibles generally have a problem with chassis rigidity compared to hard tops, which usually entails extra strengthening that increases weight. James Morris, Forbes, 14 May 2022 The Igor trousers are made from breezy cotton (there are linen and silk-blend styles available, too), that have just enough rigidity to ensure the silhouette keeps its shape. Alice Cary, Vogue, 28 Jan. 2022 Flexibility without strength leads to instability, but strength without flexibility leads to rigidity. Outside Online, 6 May 2021 Please, seek therapy for yourself, both to manage your anxiety and to discuss your response to your husband’s rigidity and lack of respect. Amy Dickinson, cleveland, 28 Aug. 2022 Please, seek therapy for yourself, both to manage your anxiety and to discuss your response to your husband’s rigidity and lack of respect. Amy Dickinson, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2022 See More Word History First Known Use 1624, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Medical Definition rigidity noun ri·​gid·​i·​ty rə-ˈjid-ət-ē  plural rigidities : the quality or state of being rigid: as a : abnormal stiffness of muscle muscle rigidity symptomatic of Parkinson's disease Diane Gershon b : emotional inflexibility and resistance to change rigidity noun as in severity the quality or state of being demanding or unyielding (as in discipline or criticism) sometimes the rigidity of the headmaster's discipline was deemed excessive by even much of the faculty Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance severity rigidness inflexibility strictness sternness hardness stringency harshness exactingness rigorousness rigor implacability obduracy callousness pitilessness dourness gruffness steadfastness obdurateness resolve obstinacy stubbornness firmness monasticism hard-heartedness asceticism austereness determination austerity Antonyms & Near Antonyms flexibility tolerance gentleness softness tenderness patience laxness responsiveness indulgence willingness kindness compliance mildness forbearance lenience pliability pliancy See More
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