granitic

• Relativo ao granito ou que se assemelha a ele; extremamente duro, rígido ou inflexível por natureza.

Relating to or resembling granite; extremely hard, rigid, or unyielding in nature.

1. Hard as graniteC1formal

   Extremely hard, strong, or unyielding in physical texture or composition.

   Duro como granito

   • The granitic cliffs stood firm against the crashing waves.
   • The sculptor chose a granitic block for his masterpiece.
   • The soil in that region is granitic and difficult to cultivate.

   Sinônimosadamantineflintyhardimpenetrablesolidsteelystonyunbreakable

   Antônimoscrumblyfriablesoftyielding

2. Unyielding or emotionally resistantC2formal

   Showing unfeeling resistance to tender feelings; emotionally hard or stubborn.

   Inflexível ou emocionalmente resistente

   • His granitic demeanor made it impossible to console him.
   • She faced the criticism with a granitic expression.
   • The negotiator's granitic stance prevented any compromise.

   Sinônimoscallousflintyheartlessinflexibleobduraterigidsteelystonyunfeelingunyielding

   Antônimoscompassionateemotionalgentlekindsensitivesofttenderyielding