Strict
/strɪkt/
Definitions
2 meaningsFollowing rules or laws exactly; demanding obedience or adherence to rules or standards; rigorously enforced.
/strɪkt/
Demanding obedience or adherence to rules; exact; precise.
The strict teacher marked down any mistakes in grammar.
💡 Simply: Imagine your teacher says, 'No talking!' and means it *really*! That means they're being strict. They want everyone to follow the rules exactly.
👶 For kids: When someone is strict, they make sure everyone follows the rules very carefully.
More Examples
The company enforced strict regulations to ensure safety.
The diet was very strict, allowing no deviations from the prescribed meals.
The military has a strict code of conduct.
How It's Used
"The school has a strict dress code."
"The law is very strict on speeding."
"Her parents were very strict about bedtime."
Conforming exactly to a standard or rule.
/strɪkt/
Exact or precise; accurate.
The evidence was subject to strict scrutiny.
💡 Simply: When we say a recipe needs a 'strict' amount of ingredients, it means you HAVE to use that amount, not more or less!
👶 For kids: When something is strict, it is very precise and exact.
More Examples
She adhered to the strict requirements of the contract.
The research demands a strict methodology.
A strict comparison of the two samples revealed no similarities.
How It's Used
"A strict definition is required."
"Strict mathematical proof."
Synonyms
Demanding
Harsh
Rigid
Rigorous
Severe
Stern
Accurate
Exact
Meticulous
Precise
Idioms & expressions
strict liability
Liability for damage or injury even if there's no fault.
"The company was held liable under strict liability laws."
strict construction
A narrow interpretation of the law.
"The court adopted a strict construction of the statute."
From Latin *strictus*, past participle of *stringere* ("to draw tight, bind").
The word 'strict' has been used since the 15th century to describe things that are demanding and exact.
Memory tip
Think of a tight rope – it’s *strict* and doesn’t allow for flexibility.