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Definition of rigidness

rigidness

/ˈrɪdʒ.ɪd.nəs/
rig · id · ness
Adverb:rigidly
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Adjective:rigid
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rigidness Lexical Profile

rigidness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The physical quality or state of being stiff, firm, and unable to bend or be forced out of shape.

Example

"The structural rigidness of the steel frame helped the building withstand the high winds."

2

The quality of being strict, severe, or unwilling to change, adapt, or compromise in attitude, rules, or methods.

Example

"The rigidness of the committee's outdated regulations prevented any meaningful reform."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While "rigidness" is grammatically valid, native speakers and formal writers overwhelmingly prefer "rigidity" for both physical stiffness and figurative inflexibility.

• Nearby Words

rigidia
rigidity
rigidly
rigidness
rigmarole
rigor
rigorous

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Rigidness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/rigidness
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