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Synonyms
strict (strĭkt)

[Middle English stricte, narrow, small, from Latin strictus, tight, strict past participle of stringere, to draw tight.]

adjective: strict·er, strict·est. 

  1. Precise; exact: a strict definition.
  2. Complete; absolute: strict loyalty.
  3. Kept within narrowly specific limits: a strict application of a law.
  4. Rigorous in the imposition of discipline: a strict parent.
  5. Exacting in enforcement, observance, or requirement: strict standards. See synonyms at severe
  6. Conforming completely to established rule, principle, or condition: a strict vegetarian.
  7. Botany Stiff, narrow, and upright.

derivatives

strict́ly
adverb
strict́ness
noun