The statement is False. Liquid molecules actually move more freely and rapidly compared to solid molecules.
In solids, the molecules are tightly packed together and can only vibrate in place. This restricted motion results in lower energy and slower movement overall. In contrast, the molecules in liquids are less tightly packed and can slide past one another, allowing them to move more freely. This means their kinetic energy is higher, leading to faster movement compared to the molecules in a solid state.
Therefore, while solids are more rigid and have limited molecular motion, liquids exhibit greater molecular movement, making the statement incorrect.