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Stiff
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Meanings of Stiff
Adjective
- Something that is hard and cannot bend easily.
- A person who is very serious and does not like to have fun.
- When your muscles hurt because you did a lot of exercise.
- Very strong or powerful, like a strong drink or wind.
- When something stands up straight and does not fall over, like whipped cream that is thick.
Verb
- To not pay someone for something they did for you, like a service.
- To trick someone or not be fair to them.
- To give a very small amount of money as a tip.
Noun
- A person who is very serious and does not show much emotion or fun.
- A person who is not very special or important.
- A dead body (used in a very serious way).
Explanation of the word: Stiff
Stiff means that something is not flexible. For example, a stiff piece of cardboard doesn't bend easily.
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Translations for the word: Stiff
hindi
कड़ा
kada
सख्त
sakht
कड़ा
kada
Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Stiff
What does 'stiff' mean?
The word 'stiff' means something that is hard to move or not flexible. For example, if you sit in one position for a long time, your legs might feel stiff.
How do you pronounce 'stiff'?
You pronounce 'stiff' like this: stif, with a short 'i' sound.
What is the origin of the word 'stiff'?
The word 'stiff' comes from an old English word that means strong or firm.
What is the meaning of 'stiff' in Kannada?
The word 'stiff' in Kannada is 'ಕಠಿಣ' (Kaṭhiṇa).