Meaning of the word stiffness in English
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stiffness
US /ˈstɪf.nəs/
UK /ˈstɪf.nəs/
Noun
1.
the quality of being rigid and difficult to bend or move
Example:
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The old door's stiffness made it hard to open.
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He complained of stiffness in his joints after the long hike.
2.
a lack of ease or grace in movement or manner
Example:
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Her initial stiffness in front of the camera soon disappeared.
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The formal setting contributed to the general stiffness of the conversation.
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