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ossified

adjective

/ˈɑːsɪˌfaɪd/

Meaning

Turned into bone or become rigid; unwilling to change.

The company had an ossified management structure that resisted innovation.

hardened, rigid, inflexible, fossilized

flexible, adaptable

ossified structure, ossified system, ossified attitude, ossified tradition

unable to see; blind; lacking vision

able to be seen; noticeable; apparent

Qualified or allowed to do or receive something.

Not exactly known, defined, or established; vague or uncertain.

willing to cooperate or be influenced; open to suggestions

Having a spirit of friendliness; without serious disagreement or rancor.