Synonyms & Antonyms : Stiff
Stiff
( Adjective )
She was scared stiff.
Synonyms:
Brittle
Firm
Hard
Rigid
Solid
Taunt
Tense
Tight
Clumsy
Crude
Arduous
Formidable
Tough
Cruel
Drastic
Extreme
Strong
Contextual Examples:
Non-metals are brittle. They can break when hammered.
We have no firm evidence.
Finding the right person for a job can be hard work.
She sat in her chair rigid and strong.
Metals are solid and heavy due to their low level of inter molecular space.
The cap of this bottle is very tight. It is very difficult to loose it.
A formidable task lies ahead of us.
Antonyms:
Ductile
Elastic
Flexible
Pliable
Plaint
Limber
Supple
Casual
Easy
Informal
Natural
Relaxed
Spontaneous
Contextual Examples:
Metals are ductile. You can make wire from it.
Rubber is elastic. It can spread when pulled.
You should be flexible in your attitude and ideas.
I do a few exercises to limber up before a running-race.
Moisturizing cream keeps your skin soft and supple.
It is easy to drive in a free road rather than in a crowded one.
Now I feel relaxed after completing the tedious job.
It is only natural to worry about your children.
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