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stiff
adjective as in hard, inflexible
adjective as in formal, standoffish
adjective as in difficult
adjective as in extreme, severe
Example Sentences
Environmental advocates say the plans will likely face stiff opposition.
The French-Canadian songstress revealed in late 2022 that, after suffering symptoms for about 17 years, she had been diagnosed with stiff person syndrome, a neurological condition that greatly affects the voice.
Following his death the government has announced a series of new measures known as Ronan's Law, including stiffer sentences for selling knives to under-18s.
"Our teacher said I was lazy and he was older and stiffer."
But, finally, Roberts conceded exactly how stiff Kim’s competition for an opening-day roster spot remains — confirming that, yes, Kim could start the season in the minor leagues, though a final decision remains several weeks away.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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