rigidly (C1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈrɪdʒɪdli/

Definition

In a way that is stiff, firm, and unable to bend or change; strictly and inflexibly.

Examples

• The company's policies are rigidly enforced, with no exceptions.

• He rigidly adhered to his schedule, waking up at the same time every day.

• She spoke rigidly, as if afraid to move her facial muscles.

How to Use rigidly

rigidly enforce (collocation)

To apply rules or laws strictly and without any exceptions. — "The police rigidly enforce the speed limit."

rigidly adhere to (collocation)

To follow rules, beliefs, or a plan exactly and strictly. — "She rigidly adheres to her principles, even when it's difficult."

rigidly controlled (collocation)

Managed or directed in a very strict and inflexible way. — "The country's media is rigidly controlled by the state."

rigidly defined (collocation)

Clearly and strictly established or limited. — "The boundaries of the property were rigidly defined by a stone wall."

Synonyms of rigidly

Words with a similar meaning to rigidly:

• strictly
• inflexibly
• unyieldingly
• ossifiedly

Antonyms of rigidly

Words with the opposite meaning to rigidly:

• flexibly
• adaptably
• loosely

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