GRE Word List

RIGID

deficient in or devoid of flexibility

The meaning of the word rigid is deficient in or devoid of flexibility.

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WordMeaning
obliterateto remove utterly from recognition or memory
amiablefriendly, sociable, and congenial
ballasta heavy substance (such as rocks or water) placed in such a way as to improve stability and control (as of the draft of a ship or the buoyancy of a balloon or submarine)
improviseto compose, recite, play, or sing extemporaneously
clapperone that claps: such as
belateddelayed beyond the usual time
ratiocinationthe process of exact thinking : reasoning
cornicethe molded and projecting horizontal member that crowns an architectural composition see column illustration
elopeto run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent
writheto twist into coils or folds