CEFR B2

stiffness

noun

Meaning

The quality or state of being rigid, firm, and difficult to bend or move.

Examples

The stiffness in his joints made it difficult to walk.
She felt a slight stiffness in her shoulders after the workout.

Synonyms: rigidity, firmness, inflexibility, hardness

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stiffness (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈstɪf.nəs/

Definition

The quality or state of being rigid, firm, and difficult to bend or move.

Examples

The stiffness in his joints made it difficult to walk.
She felt a slight stiffness in her shoulders after the workout.
The fabric had a natural stiffness that helped the garment keep its shape.

How to Use stiffness

stiffness in (prepositional phrase): To indicate the location or cause of the stiffness. — "There was stiffness in his fingers."
stiffness of (prepositional phrase): To indicate what is stiff. — "The stiffness of the old leather was surprising."

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