ossified

[US]/ˈɒsɪfaɪd/
[UK]/ˈɑːsɪfaɪd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.having become rigid or fixed in attitude or belief
v.to make or become rigid or inflexible

Phrases & Collocations

ossified beliefs

ossified structures

ossified ideas

ossified systems

ossified norms

ossified practices

ossified policies

ossified attitudes

ossified rules

ossified traditions

Example Sentences

the ossified ideas in the organization hinder innovation.

his ossified beliefs made it difficult to accept new information.

ossified structures in society can lead to stagnation.

the ossified policies were in desperate need of reform.

her ossified views on education prevented meaningful discussions.

the ossified legal system struggles to adapt to modern issues.

ossified traditions can sometimes stifle creativity.

his ossified thinking limited his career growth.

ossified rules in the workplace can demotivate employees.

she realized her ossified approach to problem-solving was ineffective.

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