Stiffness Definition
stiffness
- noun
- the physical property of being inflexible and hard to bend
- the property of moving with pain or difficulty; "he awoke with a painful stiffness in his neck"
- firm resoluteness in purpose or opinion or action; "a charming host without any touch of stiffness or pomposity"
- the inelegance of someone stiff and unrelaxed (as by embarrassment)
- excessive sternness; "severity of character"; "the harshness of his punishment was inhuman"; "the rigors of boot camp"
"Stiffness" in song lyrics
See how stiffness is used in real songs:
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"As I bring a little swing into your world of stiffness"
Kid Rock — Roving Gangster (Rollin') -
"Stay out of mine or get served with stiffness"
Mr. Shadow — Who -
"And known to stone the mic with the bonafide stiffness"
Rascalz — Really Livin'
Words that rhyme with stiffness
Usage tips for "stiffness"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "stiffness" 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 stiffness to find words that pair well.