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stiffen

UK:*UK and possibly other pronunciationsUK and possibly other pronunciations/ˈstɪfənəʳ/US:USA pronunciation: respellingUSA pronunciation: respelling(stif′ə nər, stif′nər)


stiffen
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Sense: To grow stiff
Synonyms:
thicken, harden Collocations, ache Collocations, whip Collocations, become rigid, firm Collocations
Antonyms:
relax Collocations, limber, loosen up, ease up, become loose, soften
Sense: To cause to become stiff
Synonyms:
harden Collocations, starch Collocations, brace Collocations, prop Collocations, strengthen Collocations, increase Collocations, prop up, make more severe, galvanise
Antonyms:
soften, weaken Collocations, dilute, slacken


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