rigid
Describes something that is physically stiff and does not bend easily, or a person/system that is fixed and unwilling to change. It often implies a lack of flexibility or adaptability in rules, structures, or behavior.
예시
3 / 5The plastic became rigid and brittle after being left out in the freezing cold.
The material turned hard and stiff due to the low temperature.
The university maintains rigid academic standards to ensure the quality of its degrees.
The school follows very strict and unchanging rules for its curriculum.
You need to relax; you're being too rigid about our weekend plans.
Stop being so stubborn and inflexible regarding what we do on our days off.
어휘 가족
암기 팁
Think of a 'bridge' (which sounds like the 'ridg' in rigid). A bridge must be rigid so it doesn't collapse when cars drive over it.
빠른 퀴즈
The manager's _______ refusal to compromise led to a strike by the workers.
정답!
정답은: rigid
예시
The plastic became rigid and brittle after being left out in the freezing cold.
everydayThe material turned hard and stiff due to the low temperature.
The university maintains rigid academic standards to ensure the quality of its degrees.
formalThe school follows very strict and unchanging rules for its curriculum.
You need to relax; you're being too rigid about our weekend plans.
informalStop being so stubborn and inflexible regarding what we do on our days off.
In this model, the earth's crust is treated as a rigid plate floating on a semi-fluid mantle.
academicScientific theories view the outer layer as a solid, non-bending piece.
The company’s rigid hierarchy prevents entry-level employees from speaking directly to the CEO.
businessThe corporate structure is so fixed that low-level staff cannot communicate with the top boss.
어휘 가족
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
rigid as a board
completely stiff and unable to move or bend
rigid discipline
very strict control or training
rigid boundary
a fixed limit that is not allowed to be crossed
자주 혼동되는 단어
Rigid means stiff or inflexible, while rigorous means extremely thorough, exhaustive, or accurate.
Stiff is more commonly used for physical sensations (stiff muscles), while rigid is more common for formal rules or engineering.
사용 참고사항
Use 'rigid' when you want to emphasize that something cannot bend without breaking, or when a person is being intentionally difficult by refusing to change their mind.
자주 하는 실수
Learners often use 'rigid' as a verb; remember that 'rigidify' is the verb form, though it is less common than using 'become rigid'.
암기 팁
Think of a 'bridge' (which sounds like the 'ridg' in rigid). A bridge must be rigid so it doesn't collapse when cars drive over it.
어원
From the Latin word 'rigere', which means 'to be stiff'.
문법 패턴
빠른 퀴즈
The manager's _______ refusal to compromise led to a strike by the workers.
정답!
정답은: rigid
관련 문법 규칙
관련 단어
intrabrevsion
C1A technical or linguistic term referring to the internal abbreviation or condensation of information within a specific system or document. It describes the act of shortening components for internal efficiency while maintaining the integrity of the overall structure.
prevalor
C1To prove superior in power, influence, or frequency within a specific context. It describes a situation where one principle, opinion, or force becomes dominant over others.
ultrajuncter
C1Describing something that exists beyond a standard point of connection or is characterized by an extreme degree of integration between disparate parts. It is typically used in specialized contexts to denote systems, theories, or structures that bridge multiple complex networks simultaneously.
macrosanctible
C1A large-scale system, institution, or conceptual framework that is regarded as inviolable and beyond criticism due to its perceived sacredness or fundamental importance. It typically refers to entities that are protected from alteration or scrutiny because of their massive cultural or structural status.
uncedate
C1A formal and technical noun referring to a state or instance where a claim, territory, or right has not been yielded or surrendered. It describes the preservation of original status or possession despite pressure to concede or transfer control.
anvention
C1To systematically modify or adapt an existing concept or object into a new form, particularly within a controlled environment or set of parameters. This verb describes the process of innovating by bridging the gap between rigorous analysis and creative invention.
semiliberness
C1To exist in or grant a state of partial liberty or restricted autonomy. It describes the act of functioning within a framework that provides some freedom while maintaining significant oversight or control.
cosolvment
C1Describing a substance or factor that acts in conjunction with another to facilitate the process of dissolving a solute or resolving a complex situation. In technical contexts, it refers to an auxiliary agent that enhances the solubility of a primary solvent system.
unaudless
C1Describing something that is completely devoid of sound or impossible to hear. It is often used in literary or technical contexts to emphasize a profound state of silence or a lack of auditory signature.
monosomnful
C1A noun referring to the physiological or habitual state of experiencing only one continuous, uninterrupted period of sleep within a twenty-four-hour cycle. It describes the quality of a monophasic sleep pattern where rest is concentrated into a single block without supplemental naps.
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