Superlative for not easily bent or changed in shape
“The orthopedic surgeon then fits a stiff metal prosthesis to a relatively flexible bone.”
Superlative for having a dense or semi-solid consistency
“Mix the flour into a stiff paste with a little water.”
Superlative for strictly conventional in one's manner or behavior
“Mel had never particularly liked the woman's stiff manner and perfect outward appearance.”
Superlative for uptight or unfriendly in nature
“Her stiff manner would eventually dissolve, and she would become surprisingly charming and outgoing.”
Superlative for feeling socially awkward or uncomfortable
“Josh arrives at the executive party in a kitsch white tuxedo, looking decidedly stiff.”
Superlative for difficult or laborious to execute or complete
“The principal huntsmen would need to kill an average of four deer or one elk each day, or three or four moose or two buffalo a week. A stiff task, indeed.”
Superlative for severe or harsh in nature
“Congressmen called for stiff measures to regulate the health care industry.”
(of a bodypart) Superlative for physically stiff to the point of aching
“My stiff muscles could do with a nice massage.”
Superlative for full of determination
“When stiff resistance by the Saurs against these inland landing troops was present from the start, we all knew that the ground campaign would be a long one.”
(of a wind) Superlative for blowing strongly
“A stiff breeze was blowing litter across the pink asphalt in George Square.”
(of an alcoholic drink) Superlative for strong or potent
“But in the long run, it's a stiff drink and flowing spirits that keep us all going.”
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