rigid

/ˈɹɪd͡ʒ.ɪd/

ɹꞮD͡Ʒ · ɪd (2 syllables)

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Definition

Stiff, rather than flexible.

Etymology

From Middle English rigide, from Latin rigidus (“stiff”), from rigeō (“I am stiff”). Compare rigor. Merged with Middle English rigged, rygged, rugged (“upright like a spine, rigid”, literally “ridged”), from ridge + -ed.

Example Sentences

  • "A sunflower, four more, one bowed, and horses in the distance standing rigid and still as toys."
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