Definition for IN-FLEX'I-BLE

IN-FLEX'I-BLE, a. [Fr.; L. inflexibilis.]

  1. That can not be bent; as, an inflexible oak.
  2. That will not yield to prayers or arguments; firm in purpose; not to be prevailed on; that can not be turned; as, a man of upright and inflexible temper. – Addison.
  3. Not to be changed or altered. The nature of things is inflexible. – Watts.

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