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stiff Definition and Meaning in English (stiff definition)

adjective
Synonyms:rigidfirmunbending
Quick Answer • Definition

Stiff definition: Something that is stiff is firm and difficult to bend or move.

Definitions of Stiff

  1. 1adjective

    Something that is stiff is firm and difficult to bend or move.

  2. 2adjective

    A stiff competition or penalty is very difficult or severe.

  3. 3adjective

    If a person or their manner is stiff, they are formal and not relaxed.

Example Sentences

casual

“The old man's joints were stiff after sitting for so long.”

formal

“They faced stiff resistance from the enemy.”

casual

“He gave a stiff, formal bow.”

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Inflected Word Forms

infinitivestiffen
nounstiffness
adverbstiffly

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

stiff upper lipidiom

courage in the face of trouble or difficulty

stiff neckcollocation

a painful condition of the neck muscles

stiff drinkcollocation

an alcoholic drink with a high concentration of alcohol

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Stiff definition: Something that is stiff is firm and difficult to bend or move.
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'Stiff' translates to 'stiff' in English. Stiff definition: Something that is stiff is firm and difficult to bend or move.
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