Associations to the word «Rigorous»

Wiktionary

RIGOROUS, adjective. Manifesting, exercising, or favoring rigour; allowing no abatement or mitigation; scrupulously accurate; exact; strict; severe; relentless; as, a rigorous officer of justice; a rigorous execution of law; a rigorous definition or demonstration.
RIGOROUS, adjective. Severe; intense; inclement; as, a rigorous winter.
RIGOROUS, adjective. Violent.

Dictionary definition

RIGOROUS, adjective. Rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard; "rigorous application of the law"; "a strict vegetarian".
RIGOROUS, adjective. Demanding strict attention to rules and procedures; "rigorous discipline"; "tight security"; "stringent safety measures".

Wise words

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