stiffly

UK
/ˈstɪfli/
US
/ˈstɪfli/

Translations

stifflyadverb
UK
/ˈstɪfli/
US
/ˈstɪfli/
She smiled stiffly at the awkward situation.
Она натянуто улыбнулась в неловкой ситуации.
He walked stiffly after the long flight.
Он шёл жёстко после долгого полёта.

Definitions

stifflyadverb
In a manner that is not relaxed or friendly; formally.
He greeted her stiffly, unsure of how to act in the unfamiliar situation.
In a way that is difficult to bend or move; rigidly.
She walked stiffly after sitting in the same position for hours.
To a strong, severe, or excessive degree; strongly or vigorously.
The regulations were stiffly enforced by the new authorities.