Strict

Meaning

demanding exact conformity to rules; severe; rigorous

Demanding that rules be obeyed and observed closely.

Example Sentences

The teacher is very strict about homework deadlines.

The teacher is very strict about punctuality.

Example Expressions

strict rules

Synonyms

severe, rigorous, stern, demanding, rigid, uncompromising

Entry 1

severe, rigorous, stern, demanding

Entry 2

rigid, severe, stern, uncompromising

Antonyms

lenient, relaxed, permissive, flexible

Entry 1

lenient, relaxed, permissive, flexible

Entry 2

lenient, flexible, permissive

Collocations

strict rules, strict teacher, strict discipline, strict policy

Entry 1

strict rules, strict teacher, strict discipline

Entry 2

strict rules, strict teacher, strict policy