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strict definition

strict (strikt)

adjective

  1. exact or precise; not loose, vague, or broad a strict translation
  2. perfect; absolute; entire the strict truth
    1. following or enforcing a rule or rules with great care; punctilious
    2. closely enforced or rigidly maintained
    3. disciplining rigorously or severely
  4. Obsolete
    1. close; tight
    2. narrow
  5. Bot. stiff and upright; erect

Etymology: L strictus, pp. of stringere, to draw tight, compress < IE *streig-, stiff, taut, a rope < base *(s)ter-, rigid > stare

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strict Synonyms

strict

modif.

stringent, stern, austere; see severe 2.


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strict Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • asap: To discuss this exciting opportunity in greater detail contact us in the strictest of confidence ASAP.

Modifying Another Word

  • overly: Overly strict enforcement of school rules can encourage truancy.

Modifies a noun

  • adherence: I see no evidence of an increase in strict adherence to speed limits on the roads.

Used with adjective complement

  • draft: Is convenient for you commissioners drafted strict required by every.

Preposition: in

  • world: The rules in Britain controlling experiments on live animals are among the strictest in the world.
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