Meaning of 緊い in Japanese

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Definition of 緊い

  1. (adj-i) hard; solid; tough
  2. stiff; tight; wooden; unpolished (e.g. writing)

    このふたは固くて取れない。
    This lid is too tight for me to open.

  3. strong; firm (not viscous or easily moved)
  4. safe; steady; honest; steadfast
  5. obstinate; stubborn
  6. bookish; formal; stuffy

    固いこと言うなよ。
    You don't have to be so formal.

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