Definitions and Examples of rigid, unbending
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Not able to bend or be forced out of shape; stiff.
Example
The metal bar was so rigid that it couldn't be bent even with a lot of force.
Not willing to change one's opinions or behavior.
Example
He was so unbending in his views that he refused to listen to any other perspectives.
Key Differences: rigid vs unbending
- 1Rigid describes something that is physically stiff and cannot be bent or forced out of shape.
- 2Unbending describes someone who is inflexible and unwilling to change their opinions or behavior.
Effective Usage of rigid, unbending
- 1Describing Physical Properties: Use rigid to describe something that is stiff and cannot be bent or forced out of shape.
- 2Describing Personality Traits: Use unbending to describe someone who is inflexible and unwilling to change their opinions or behavior.
Remember this!
The antonyms of jointed are rigid and unbending. Rigid describes something that is physically stiff, while unbending describes someone who is inflexible and unwilling to change their opinions or behavior. Use these words to describe physical properties or personality traits.