Definitions and Examples of stiff, rigid, taut
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Not easily bent or flexible; rigid.
Example
The new shoes were so stiff that they hurt his feet.
Not able to be bent or changed easily; inflexible.
Example
The rules were so rigid that they didn't allow any room for creativity.
Stretched or pulled tight; not slack.
Example
The rope was taut and could not be pulled any tighter.
Key Differences: stiff vs rigid vs taut
- 1Stiff describes something that is not easily bent or flexible.
- 2Rigid describes something that cannot be changed easily and is inflexible.
- 3Taut describes something that is stretched or pulled tight and is not slack.
Effective Usage of stiff, rigid, taut
- 1Describing Objects: Use these antonyms to describe the physical properties of objects.
- 2Expressing Opinions: Incorporate these antonyms in conversations to express opinions about things that are not flexible or loose.
- 3Writing: Utilize these antonyms in writing to create vivid descriptions and imagery.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of floppy are stiff, rigid, and taut. These words describe objects or materials that are not flexible, loose, or limp. Use these antonyms to describe objects, express opinions, and create vivid descriptions in writing.
