Gruff and Rigid

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Gruff adjective - Harsh and threatening in manner or appearance.

Usage example: I didn't exchange one word with the gruff mountaineer who sat next to me in the diner

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Rigid and gruff are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Rigid" instead an adjective "Gruff".

Nearby Word: gruffly

Rigid adjective - Given to exacting standards of discipline and self-restraint.

Usage example: a rigid man who cannot seem to relax

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Gruff and rigid are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Gruff" instead an adjective "Rigid".

Nearby Words: rigor, rigidity, rigidly

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