Definition

Not stiff or firm; able to change shape easily.

Example

The nonrigid material allowed the structure to flex during the storm.

Conversation

I read about a new type of balloon that uses a nonrigid frame.

That sounds interesting! How does it work?

It holds its shape with gas pressure instead of being stiff.

Wow, I’d love to see one of those in action.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonrigid → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "rigid" (from Latin "rigidus", meaning stiff or hard). The word "nonrigid" means not stiff or flexible.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning not, and 'rigid' meaning stiff — so nonrigid describes something that is not stiff.

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