Stiffen Definition & Meaning
stiffen
- verb
- become stiff or stiffer; "He stiffened when he saw his boss enter the room"
- make stiff or stiffer; "Stiffen the cream by adding gelatine"
- restrict; "Tighten the rules"; "stiffen the regulations"
"Stiffen" in song lyrics
See how stiffen is used in real songs:
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"The gift of life, and make your body start to stiffen"
Blueprint — Kill Me First -
"Salami stiffen"
Souls of Mischief — 4th Floor Freaks -
"He's wrinklin' up, losin' weight, and his body's startin' to stiffen"
Spooks — Karma Hotel
Words that rhyme with stiffen
Usage tips for "stiffen"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "stiffen" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for stiffen to find words that pair well.