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- [in-flek-suh-buh l]
- /ɪnˈflɛk sə bəl/
- /ɪnˈflek.sɪ.bl̩/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [in-flek-suh-buh l]
- /ɪnˈflɛk sə bəl/
Definitions of inflexible word
- adjective inflexible not flexible; incapable of or resistant to being bent; rigid: an inflexible steel rod. 1
- adjective inflexible of a rigid or unyielding temper, purpose, will, etc.; immovable: an inflexible determination. 1
- adjective inflexible not permitting change or variation; unalterable: inflexible rules. 1
- noun inflexible Unwilling to change or compromise. 1
- adjective inflexible rigid, stiff 1
- adjective inflexible overly strict 1
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Origin of inflexible
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; Middle English < Latin inflexibilis rigid, unbending. See in-3, flexible
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Parts of speech for Inflexible
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inflexible popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 68% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for inflexible
adj inflexible
- uncompromising — not admitting of compromise or adjustment of differences; making no concessions; inaccessible to flexible bargaining; unyielding: an uncompromising attitude.
- intractable — not easily controlled or directed; not docile or manageable; stubborn; obstinate: an intractable disposition.
- stringent — rigorously binding or exacting; strict; severe: stringent laws.
- steadfast — fixed in direction; steadily directed: a steadfast gaze.
- resolute — firmly resolved or determined; set in purpose or opinion: Her parents wanted her to marry, but she was focused on her education and remained resolute.
adjective inflexible
- stubborn — unreasonably obstinate; obstinately unmoving: a stubborn child.
- intransigent — refusing to agree or compromise; uncompromising; inflexible.
- hidebound — narrow and rigid in opinion; inflexible: a hidebound pedant.
- pigheaded — stupidly obstinate; stubborn: pigheaded resistance.
- recalcitrant — resisting authority or control; not obedient or compliant; refractory.
Antonyms for inflexible
adj inflexible
- willing — disposed or consenting; inclined: willing to go along.
- tolerant — inclined or disposed to tolerate; showing tolerance; forbearing: tolerant of errors.
- irresolute — not resolute; doubtful; infirm of purpose; vacillating.
- lenient — agreeably tolerant; permissive; indulgent: He tended to be lenient toward the children. More lenient laws encouraged greater freedom of expression.
- submissive — inclined or ready to submit or yield to the authority of another; unresistingly or humbly obedient: submissive servants.
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