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Meaning of 'rigidity' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Rigidity [ n.]
- The quality or state of being rigid; want of pliability; the quality of resisting change of form; the amount of resistance with which a body opposes change of form; -- opposed to flexibility, ductility, malleability, and softness.
- Stiffness of appearance or manner; want of ease or elegance.
- Severity; rigor.