rigidity
1 synonyms and 4 antonyms for rigidity, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The quality of being stiff and resistant to bending.
Synonyms
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Antonyms
How to use rigidity
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From rigid plus -ity, ultimately from Latin rigiditas.
Full origin of rigidity →Frequently asked questions
What does “rigidity” mean?
The word “rigidity” means the quality of being stiff and resistant to bending. In plain terms, how stiff or inflexible something is, whether physically or in attitude.
How do you pronounce “rigidity”?
“Rigidity” is pronounced rih-JIH-dih-tee (/ɹɪˈd͡ʒɪdɪti/ in IPA).
How do you use “rigidity” in a sentence?
Here is “rigidity” used in a sentence: “Engineers tested the beam's rigidity under load.”
What is another word for “rigidity”?
Words with a similar meaning to “rigidity” include rigidness.
What is the opposite of “rigidity”?
The opposite of “rigidity” — its antonyms — are flexibility, ductility, malleability and softness.
What part of speech is “rigidity”?
“Rigidity” is a noun.
Where does the word “rigidity” come from?
The word “rigidity” comes from Latin. From rigid plus -ity, ultimately from Latin rigiditas.
How many meanings does “rigidity” have?
“Rigidity” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the quality of being stiff and resistant to bending.