Stiffness

/ˈstɪf.nəs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The quality or condition of being stiff; rigidity.

The stiffness of the fabric made it difficult to move comfortably.

The state of being unable to bend or move easily.

After the workout, I felt a stiffness in my muscles that lasted all day.

Lack of ease or grace in movement or manner.

His stiffness during the interview made the conversation awkward.

A measure of the resistance of an object to deformation.

The engineer calculated the stiffness of the beam to ensure it could support the load.

Derived from the Middle English 'stifnesse', from 'stif' + '-ness'.

muscle stiffness

Tightness or soreness in muscles after physical activity.

stiff upper lip

Maintaining a calm and stoic demeanor in difficult situations.

stiff neck

A condition characterized by inability to turn or flex the neck due to soreness or tightness.

stiff

Having a hard or rigid texture; not easily bent.

rigid

Not flexible; unable to bend or be forced out of shape.

To be overly formal or serious.

No need to be so stiff at the party, just relax and have fun!

Referring to someone who is uptight or not easygoing.

Don't be stiff, join us on the dance floor!