stiff
adjective
rigid or firm; difficult or impossible to bend or flex.
stiffer
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comparativeof stiff.comparative
The form of an adjective or adverb indicating a greater degree of a quality.
Example Sentences
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Over two days, three judges at the Court of Appeal in Melbourne will hear two appeals: Patterson's attempt to overturn her conviction and the prosecution's demand for a stiffer sentence.
From Barron's ● Aug. 17, 2026
The politicians also want to allow for stiffer fines against companies following a disaster.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
AppLovin continues to target more than 30% long-term growth, and didn’t observe weaker demand or stiffer competition, offering encouraging signs, the analysts say.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 7, 2026
Collagen normally gives tissue structure and strength, but excessive collagen can make a valve thicker and stiffer, changing its shape and movement.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 12, 2026
I had put gel in my hair too, but all that did was make the black curls shinier and stiffer.
From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram
