Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hidebound

Adjective
/ˈhaɪdˌbaʊnd/
Definition
Narrow-minded; stubbornly conservative.
Examples
  • His hidebound views on education meant that he resisted any form of innovation.
  • The committee was criticized for being hidebound, unable to adapt to the changing needs of the community.
Meaning
Hidebound refers to a person who is rigidly adhering to old ideas, traditions, or practices, often refusing to accept new ideas or change.
Synonyms
  • Inflexible
  • Conservative
  • Traditional
  • Rigid
  • Stubborn