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Vocabulary Entry
stiff
|adjective • noun • verb
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A
adjective
Rigid and not easily bent or moved.
Example Sentences
"The stiff fabric didn't allow for much movement."
"He gave a stiff salute when the officer walked by."
"The sculpture had a stiff pose that made it seem unnatural."
N
noun
A person who is inflexible or strict.
Example Sentences
"He's such a stiff; he never joins in on the fun."
"The new manager is a bit of a stiff when it comes to office policies."
"They think I'm a stiff for always following the rules."
V
verb
To make or become rigid or firm.
Example Sentences
"The cold air stiffens the muscles quickly."
"As the paint dries, it will stiffen and harden."
"She felt her body stiffen at the sound of the approaching storm."