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   stiffen

   /ˈstɪfn/

   verb

   • 1. make or become stiff or rigid: "he stiffened his knees in an effort to prevent them trembling" Similar become stiffthickensetbecome solidsolidifyhardengelcongealcoagulateclotmake/become stiff/rigidtense (up)tightentautenrigidifytechnical:ankyloseOpposite relax
   • ▪ support or strengthen (a garment or fabric), typically by adding tape or an adhesive layer.
   • ▪ make or become stronger or more steadfast: "outrage over the murders stiffened the government's resolve to confront the Mafia" Similar strengthenhardentoughenfortifygive strength toreinforcebracesteelgive a boost toOpposite weaken

   Derivatives

   • 1. stiffener noun

   Scrabble Points: 13

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   • T

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   • I

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   • F

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   • E

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