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Definitions

rigorous

[rig-er-uhs] / ˈrɪg ər əs /
ADJECTIVE
severe; exact
Synonyms
STRONGEST
accurate brutal burdensome correct exacting harsh meticulous onerous precise proper rigid scrupulous strict stringent uncompromising
WEAK
ascetic austere bitter definite dogmatic hard inclement inflexible intemperate ironhanded nice oppressive punctilious right rugged stern stiff unpermissive
Antonyms
STRONGEST
careless false flexible gentle imprecise improper inaccurate incorrect inexact lenient negligent questionable soft tolerant unsuitable wrong yielding
WEAK
easygoing lax loose mild

Example Sentences

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"I have never seen such a rigorous review process," Lutz said.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

In Canada gun ownership is regulated by laws that require would-be gun owners to obtain a licence by passing a safety course and rigorous background checks before they can purchase a firearm.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

The justices sent the case back to the lower courts with instructions to apply more rigorous scrutiny to the law.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Managers with experienced investment teams, rigorous underwriting standards and strong risk controls are structurally better positioned to navigate periods of stress.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

But to reach great success in the world, James knew he needed a more rigorous college education.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.