rigidity

IPA: rɪdʒˈɪdʌti

The quality or state of being rigid; lack of pliability; the quality of resisting change of physical shape
The amount of resistance with which a body opposes change of form.
Stiffness of appearance or manner; want of ease or elegance.
(economics) stickiness (of prices/wages etc.). Describing the tendency of prices and money wages to adjust to changes in the economy with a certain delay.

Examples of "rigidity" in Sentences

The company's strict policy on employee dress code reflected a sense of rigidity in their workplace culture
The rigidity of the steel beams made the building strong and stable during earthquakes
The teacher's rigidity in enforcing classroom rules sometimes resulted in tension with her students
His rigidity in sticking to his daily routine made him resistant to change or spontaneity
The rigidity of her beliefs prevented her from considering any alternative viewpoints