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rigorous
(adjective)
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
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Word origin
From Latin 'rigor', meaning stiffness or severity.
Related word forms
adverb: rigorously
noun: rigor
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