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Synonyms & Similar Words
stringent
harsh
severe
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precise
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conscientious
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austere
Spartan
unsparing
unrelenting
Meaning of Rigorous
The primary meaning of "Rigorous" is having or showing a serious and earnest attitude to something, or being thoroughly and exhaustively done.
Definitions
- Having or showing a serious and earnest attitude to something
- * (Of a test, procedure, or standard) thoroughly and exhaustively done
- * (Of a person) having a strong and unyielding character or principles
Etymology of Rigorous
The word "Rigorous" comes from the Latin "rigor", meaning "stiffness" or "harshness", and the suffix "-ous", which forms an adjective indicating a quality or state
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something or someone that is strict, severe, or unyielding
Example Uses
- The new policy has introduced rigorous standards for quality control
- * She was a rigorous and demanding teacher, but her students respected her for it
- * The rigorous testing process ensured that the product was safe and reliable
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
lenient
gentle
mild
soft
weak
lax
relaxed
casual
easy
effortless
simple
straightforward
undemanding
tolerant
permissive
forgiving
flexible
yielding
compromising
indulgent
lax
negligent