Strict
/strɪkt/
Definitions
- (adj.) Demanding exact conformity or adherence to rules or standards.
The strict regulations require all applicants to submit detailed reports.
- (adj.) Interpreted in a literal or precise sense without flexibility.
The contract's strict interpretation left no room for negotiation.
Forms
- stricter
- strictest
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Commentary
Often used to emphasize firmness in rules or definitions; draft carefully to avoid ambiguity between strict and more lenient standards.
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