rigidity
noun [ U ] uk/rɪˈdʒɪd.ə.ti/ us/rɪˈdʒɪd.ə.t̬i/
(STIFFNESS)
僵硬;刚直
the quality of being stiff, fixed, or impossible to bend
Cables lack the rigidity of wires. 电缆缺乏电线的刚性。
The roof has special beams to increase rigidity. 屋顶有特殊的横梁以增加刚度。
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- Minerals provide bone with its rigidity.
- The case is a two-piece aluminum housing shaped for high rigidity.
- Parkinson's disease causes uncontrollable tremors and muscular rigidity.
(IMPOSSIBLE TO CHANGE)
disapproving死板;僵化;一成不变
the quality of being impossible to change or persuade
FlexiLoan has been developed for customers who are looking for the freedom to spend, without the rigidity of a fixed loan. 灵活贷款是为实现自由消费的顾客而开发，没有固定贷款不可改变的模式。
Thomas displays a rigidity in thinking that extends beyond ideology. 托马斯表现出的思维僵化，已经超出了意识形态的范畴。
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- This rigidity prevents them from adjusting and reformulating their programmes.
- In an administration known for its rigidity, she's been flexible.
- Extremist doctrinal rigidity and aggressiveness were preferred to constructive attempts to confront real issues.
See: rigid