Fixed and Flexible

Opposite meaning words

Fixed adjective - Not capable of changing or being changed.

Usage example: interest accrues at a fixed rate

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Flexible is an antonym for fixed in topics: intent, permanent.

Nearby Words: fix, fixing, fixedly, fixation, fixer

Flexible adjective - Capable of being readily changed.

Usage example: fortunately, that working mother has a very flexible schedule for her office job

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Fixed is an antonym for flexible in pliable topic.

Nearby Words: flexibility, flex, flexibly, flexion

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