rigorous

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rigorous

(adjective)

Meaning

thorough and accurate in detail

Example

"The teacher’s rigorous approach ensured that all students understood the material deeply."

Synonyms

strictsevereexacting

Antonyms

lenientflexibleeasygoing

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'rigor', meaning stiffness or severity.
Related word forms
  • adverb: rigorously
  • noun: rigor

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