Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unpliant

Adjective
/ʌnˈplaɪənt/
Definition
Not pliant or flexible; rigid or inflexible.
Examples
  • The unpliant material made it difficult to shape the sculpture.
  • Her unpliant attitude during negotiations frustrated the team.
  • Children are often more pliant than adults, making learning easier.
Meaning
Referring to something that does not bend easily; can be used to describe a person who is stubborn or unwilling to adapt.
Synonyms
  • inflexible
  • rigid
  • unyielding
  • stubborn
  • obstinate