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rigid

UK/'ridʒid/US
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Definitions

adj.

Stiff and not able to bend; unwilling to change opinions or methods; strictly fixed

坚硬的,刚性的;严格的,刻板的

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
rigto rule, guide, direct, keep straight
+
idhaving the quality of
=rigid
Root rig still carries 15 more words

Common Collocations

  • 1.rigid structure刚性结构
  • 2.rigid rules死板的规定
  • 3.rigid hierarchy严格的等级制度
  • 4.remain rigid保持僵化

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The rigid steel frame of the building withstood the earthquake without any damage.

  • 2.

    Her rigid adherence to the rules made it difficult for the team to adapt quickly.

  • 3.

    The school's rigid curriculum left little room for creative or independent thinking.

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