Definition

The quality of being unable to change or adapt; a stubbornness that does not allow for flexibility or compromise.

Example

His inflexibleness made it difficult for him to work with others on the project.

Conversation

I think his inflexibleness makes it hard for him to work with others.

Yeah, it's tough when someone can't compromise.

Exactly! Sometimes being too rigid can lead to missed opportunities.

For sure, a little flexibility can go a long way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inflexibleness → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not), "flexibilis" (from Latin, meaning bendable or pliable), and "-ness" (meaning the state of being). The word describes the state of being not bendable or rigid.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being 'bendable' ('flexibilis') — that's why inflexibleness means the state of being rigid.

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