rigid
Translation
rigid, stiff, inflexible, strict
Examples
The rules at the school are very rigid.
The rules at the school are very rigid.
His body became rigid with fear.
His body became rigid with fear.
Grammar Patterns
a rigid ((noun)) a stiff or strict (noun) The company has a rigid structure.
Similar Words
Synonyms: stiff, inflexible, strict; Antonyms: flexible, pliant, lenient
Etymology
From Latin 'rigidus', from 'rigere' meaning 'to be stiff'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a metal bridge; it must be completely rigid to be safe and not bend.