Rigidity
The state or quality of being stiff or inflexible; a refusal or inability to bend, adapt, or compromise, whether physically or mentally.
nounRigidity
The state or quality of being stiff or inflexible; a refusal or inability to bend, adapt, or compromise, whether physically or mentally.
nounImagine This
Imagine a metal rod that refuses to bend no matter how hard you push it; it stays perfectly straight, symbolizing complete inflexibility.
Sounds Like
ri-DID-i-tee
Looks Like
looks like 'rigid' + 'ity' (suffix forming a noun)
Remember This
Rigidity covers both physical stiffness and mental stubbornness; the base word 'rigid' helps remember the meaning.
Other Forms
Connect With
inflexibility, stiffness, unyieldingness, stubbornness
Note
Do not confuse with 'rigor' (strictness of procedure) or 'rigorous' (thorough and precise). Use rigidity to describe inflexibility as a trait, policy, or condition.