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Inflexibility: meaning, definitions and examples

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inflexibility

 

[ ɪnˌflɛksəˈbɪlɪti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

lack of adaptability

Inflexibility refers to the quality of being rigid, unable to change or adapt to new circumstances. It is the state of being stubborn and resistant to alternative ideas or opinions.

Synonyms

resistance, rigidity, stubbornness

Examples of usage

  • The inflexibility of the old policies led to the company's downfall.
  • His inflexibility in negotiations made it difficult to reach a compromise.
Context #2 | Noun

physical stiffness

Inflexibility can also refer to a physical condition where the muscles or joints lack suppleness and elasticity. It is the inability to bend or stretch easily.

Synonyms

inability to bend, rigidity, stiffness

Examples of usage

  • Years of sitting at a desk led to inflexibility in his back muscles.
  • Regular stretching exercises can help improve flexibility and reduce inflexibility.

Translations

Translations of the word "inflexibility" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inflexibilidade

🇮🇳 अकड़

🇩🇪 Unflexibilität

🇮🇩 ketidakfleksibelan

🇺🇦 негнучкість

🇵🇱 nieelastyczność

🇯🇵 柔軟性の欠如

🇫🇷 inflexibilité

🇪🇸 inflexibilidad

🇹🇷 esneklik eksikliği

🇰🇷 유연성 부족

🇸🇦 عدم المرونة

🇨🇿 nepružnost

🇸🇰 nepružnosť

🇨🇳 缺乏灵活性

🇸🇮 neprilagodljivost

🇮🇸 ósveigjanleiki

🇰🇿 икемсіздік

🇬🇪 უჟმური

🇦🇿 elastiklik çatışmazlığı

🇲🇽 inflexibilidad

Etymology

The word 'inflexibility' originates from the Latin word 'inflexibilitas', which is derived from the combination of 'in-' (not) and 'flexibilis' (flexible). The concept of inflexibility has been present throughout history, often associated with dogmatism and resistance to change. Inflexibility can be a characteristic of both individuals and organizations, leading to challenges in adaptation and growth.

See also: flex, flexibility, flexible, flexibly, flexibound, flexing, flexure, inflexible.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,186, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.