rigorous

Word parts

rigor + -ous

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈrɪɡərəs/

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Adjective

Positive rigorous

Comparative none

Superlative none

1. To be rigorous someone needs to be very strict, exact and not change the rules.

   To make herself fit, she kept to a rigorous program of exercise.

2. Something that is rigorous is very difficult and unpleasant.

   He found the walk through the snow was quite rigorous.

Related words

• rigor