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
