RIGOROUS


Meaning of RIGOROUS in English

adjective

1.

Synonyms: rigid 3, draconian, ironhanded, rigorist, strict, stringent, unpermissive

Related Word: inflexible, stiff; ascetic; burdensome, exacting, onerous, oppressive

Contrasted words: easy, effortless, facile, light, smooth

Antonyms: mild

2.

Synonyms: severe 3, bitter, brutal, hard, harsh, inclement, intemperate, rugged

Related Word: drastic

Contrasted words: bland, faint, lenient, smooth

3.

Synonyms: correct 2, accurate, exact, nice, precise, proper, right

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