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Definition of rigidly : In a rigid manner; stiffly.

Synonyms:

slapdash, slap, smack, stiff, bolt, bang

inelastically, immovably, unalterably

firmly, callously, stiffly, solidly

securely, snugly, hermetically, densely, tautly, tightly, tensely

inflexibly, contrarily, tenaciously, obstinately, stubbornly, pertinaciously, hardheadedly, resolutely, mulishly, adamantly, unyieldingly

Usage examples:

• She held herself rigidly erect. - "When Egypt Went Broke", Holman Day.
• This strange comparison had entered her head as Iras stood rigidly erect, reading aloud in a shrill, high voice the Queen's command. - "The Complete Historical Romances of Georg Ebers", Georg Ebers.
• Jack stood near the corner of the mantel- shelf, gazing rigidly, almost sullenly, into the fire. - "The New Rector", Stanley J. Weyman.