rigidity
Noun
DefinitionRigidity refers to the quality or state of being stiff, inflexible, or not easily bent or altered in shape. It describes the resistance of a material or object to deformation when subjected to force. Beyond the physical, rigidity can also characterize a person's steadfast adherence to rules, beliefs, or methods without compromise or willingness to adapt. This lack of pliancy or openness to change can apply to structures, systems, or even thought processes. It often implies an unyielding or fixed nature.
Example
"The rigidity of the old system made it difficult to implement new, more efficient procedures."
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Etymology & Word Origins
Derived from the Latin word "rigiditas," meaning stiffness, which comes from "rigidus" (stiff, harsh).
Translations
Spanishrigidez
Frenchrigidité
GermanSteifigkeit
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