Pronunciation: /rɪˈdʒɪdəti/
noun the quality or state of being rigid; stiffness or inflexibility
A1 The rigidity of the metal beam made it strong and durable.
A2 Her rigidity in following the rules sometimes annoys her friends.
B1 The company's rigidity in adapting to change led to its downfall.
B2 The rigidity of his beliefs made it difficult for him to consider other perspectives.
C1 The rigidity of the government's policies stifled innovation and progress.
C2 The rigidity of the legal system made it challenging for new laws to be implemented effectively.
adjective rigid; stiff; inflexible
A1 The ruler is made of rigid plastic.
A2 The rigidity of the metal frame ensures durability.
B1 The company's rigidity in its policies led to employee dissatisfaction.
B2 The rigidity of the law left no room for interpretation.
C1 The rigidity of the traditional education system hinders innovation.
C2 The rigidity of the corporate culture stifles creativity and growth.
formal The rigidity of the steel beam allowed it to support the weight of the entire structure.
informal His rigidity in following the rules sometimes makes him seem uptight.
slang Don't be so rigid about it, let's just go with the flow.
figurative Her rigidity in beliefs prevented her from seeing other perspectives.
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