rigidity

/rɪˈdʒɪdəti/
noun
  1. The quality of being stiff, hard, and not able to bend or change shape easily.
    • The rigidity of the steel beam makes it ideal for supporting heavy loads.
    • Cold temperatures increase the rigidity of plastic pipes, making them more likely to crack.
    • The doctor tested the rigidity of the patient's muscles to check for neurological issues.
  2. The quality of being strict, severe, and unwilling to change rules or opinions.
    • The company's rigidity about work hours led many employees to look for other jobs.
    • His rigidity in negotiations made it impossible to reach a compromise.
    • The rigidity of the school's dress code frustrated students who wanted more choices.
Antonyms
What does "rigidity" mean? | whatsthatwordmean | whatsthatwordmean