Inflexible
Adjective
UK
/ɪnˈflek.sə.bəl/
US
/ɪnˈflek.sə.bəl/
Definition
Not willing to change or adapt; rigid in thoughts, actions, or rules.
Example
"Being too inflexible in relationships often leads to tension and misunderstanding."
"Policies must be firm but not so inflexible that they ignore real-life situations."
"Be inflexible enough in your beliefs that no storm can uproot them, yet wise enough to recognize when that inflexibility blocks growth or hidden truths."
Explanation
Inflexible means unwilling or unable to change. It can describe a person who sticks to their opinions or routines no matter what, or a rule/system that doesn’t allow for adjustment. Inflexibility can lead to problems when change is needed, like in work, relationships, or thinking. It’s not always negative—sometimes being firm is needed—but often it blocks growth or adaptability.