RIGIDNESS Synonyms: 46 Similar and Opposite Words

rigidness

noun

Definition of rigidness

as in severity

the quality or state of being demanding or unyielding (as in discipline or criticism) no one even asked anymore, as their father's rigidness regarding bedtime was legendary

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Recent Examples of rigidness Frankie wanted to rid himself of rigidness. — Danielle Paquette The Washington Post, Arkansas Online, 12 Apr. 2026 Aristidou utilizes Danae, whose controlling dad suffocates her with his seemingly overbearing rigidness, as a counterpoint to the other extreme of fatherhood. — Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 31 Jan. 2026

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Noun

Chapman, 33, should know Monday the severity of a hernia and a core muscle tear in his right abdomen.

— Devin Bradshaw, Mercury News, 8 Aug. 2026
Since October 2023, the number and severity of settler attacks have skyrocketed, including arson and other destruction of property, the killing of livestock, violent assaults and murder, taking place almost every day.

— Kamel Musallet, Sun Sentinel, 7 Aug. 2026

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Noun

This effect is multiplied during supply chain disruptions, which reward agility and punish rigidity.

— Gary McGuigan, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Finding balance has been something France has struggled with since its success at the 2018 World Cup and Zidane will be tasked with combining France’s offensive arsenal with defensive rigidity behind them.

— Thomas Schlachter, CNN Money, 28 July 2026

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