Synonyms of arthritic

arthritic

adjective

as in rheumatic

Synonyms & Similar Words

• rheumatic
• substantial
• dense
• compact
• brittle
• nonelastic
• sound
• nonmalleable
• inelastic
• solid
• crisp
• strong
• stiffened
• firm
• inflexible
• rigid
• stiff
• hard
• unyielding

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• floppy
• flexible
• pliable
• pliant
• elastic
• supple
• resilient
• yielding
• plastic
• workable
• springy
• stretchy
• malleable
• flabby
• droopy
• limp
• soft
• flaccid
• limber
• mushy
• squashy
• squishy
• lithe
• semiflexible
• willowy
• lissome
• lank
• lissom
• lithesome
• semisoft

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of arthritic

While some shows pump the creative well dry by cranking out arthritic prequels and sequels, Erickson and Stiller keep galloping forward, keeping their creation fresh rather than designed to sound the same notes time and again in a lame ploy to appease the faithful. —Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 16 Jan. 2025

How Are Stem Cells Used in Regenerative Medicine? Stem cells are used for arthritic pain and joint disorders, brain disorders such as Parkinson's or cerebral palsy, tissue repair and biohacking or longevity medicine, the experts said. —Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025

Cats who can't groom themselves properly, like senior, arthritic and overweight ones, may need your help keeping themselves clean. —Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025

You’ll Be Plugged into an Instant Community Just as game recognizes game, climbers recognize climbers, usually from our apparel, veiny forearms, and chalky, arthritic hands. —Matt Samet, Outside Online, 3 Jan. 2025