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    Rígida (en. Rigid)

    /ˈrixiða/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That cannot be bent or deformed easily.
    The metal bar is very rigid.
    La barra de metal es muy rígida.
    That acts in an inflexible or severe manner.
    The teacher has rigid rules in her class.
    La maestra tiene normas rígidas en su clase.
    That shows little flexibility or adaptability.
    His stance is too rigid in the face of change.
    Su postura es demasiado rígida ante los cambios.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'rigidus', meaning 'hard, severe'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    rigid attitude
    A rigid mental stance on something.
    actitud rígida
    rigid structure
    Refers to a form that does not allow for variations or changes.
    estructura rígida
    rigid rules
    Rules that must be followed without exceptions.
    reglas rígidas

    Related Words

    rigidity
    Condition of being rigid; lack of flexibility.
    rigidez
    inflexibility
    Quality of not being flexible or adaptable.
    inflexibilidad
    hardness
    Property of a material to resist deformation.
    dureza

    Slang Meanings

    A person who is strict or not open to change.
    That boss is very rigid, she does not accept new ideas.
    Esa jefa es muy rígida, no acepta nuevas ideas.
    Refers to something very serious or in a tense environment.
    The meeting had a rigid atmosphere, no one dared to laugh.
    La reunión tenía un ambiente rígido, nadie se atrevía a reír.