Strict meaning

What does “strict” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“strict” is an adjective with 5 meanings. Its most common meaning is: rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard.

strict

rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard
“rigorous application of the law”
“a strict vegetarian”
Synonymsrigorous
(of rules) stringently enforced
“hard-and-fast rules”
Synonymshard-and-fast
characterized by strictness, severity, or restraint
Synonymsnonindulgent
incapable of compromise or flexibility
Synonymsrigid
severe and unremitting in making demands
“an exacting instructor”
“a stern disciplinarian”
Synonymsstern exacting

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University