rigidity
noun
ri·gid·i·ty
rə-ˈji-də-tē 
plural rigidities
1
: the quality or state of being rigid
2
: one that is rigid (as in form or conduct)
Examples of rigidity in a Sentence
sometimes the rigidity of the headmaster's discipline was deemed excessive by even much of the faculty
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Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 31 Dec. 2025
Wren Ingram found out how a metal ring's rigidity can become an issue the hard way.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 23 Dec. 2025
Taurus’ biggest challenge will be letting go of rigidity and letting your money breathe.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 23 Dec. 2025
And in a season like winter that calls for lots of layers and textures, these pieces are a beautiful addition to any outfit—total elegance without any rigidity.
—Alex Sales, Glamour, 20 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for rigidity
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“Rigidity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rigidity. Accessed 3 Jan. 2026.
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rigidity
noun
ri·gid·i·ty
rə-ˈjid-ət-ē
plural rigidities
: the quality or state of being rigid: as
a
: abnormal stiffness of muscle
muscle rigidity symptomatic of Parkinson's disease—Diane Gershon
Diane Gershon
b
: emotional inflexibility and resistance to change
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