STIFFENS
(verb)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Stiffens.
Stiffens - as a verb
Become stiff or stiffer
Example: "He stiffened when he saw his boss enter the room"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
changeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
loosenMake stiff or stiffer
Example: "Stiffen the cream by adding gelatine"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
alterchangemodifyHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
loosenSeverely restrict in scope or extent
Example: "Tighten the rules"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
constraintightentighten upExample Sentences
"When it gets cold, the body naturally stiffens to conserve heat."
"She stiffens her posture whenever she feels uncomfortable or threatened."
"The fabric stiffens after being treated with starch."
"The soldier's salute stiffens his arm and hand."
"The cold wind blows and stiffens the branches of the trees."
Word Game Points
Is STIFFENS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, stiffens is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
STIFFENS has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is STIFFENS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, stiffens is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSTIFFENS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is STIFFENS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, stiffens is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSTIFFENS has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
