Word Meaning

strict definition and meaning

a. Strained; drawn close; tight; as, a strict embrace; a strict ligature.
a. Tense; not relaxed; as, a strict fiber.
a. Exact; accurate; precise; rigorously nice; as, to keep strict watch; to pay strict attention.
a. Governed or governing by exact rules; observing exact rules; severe; rigorous; as, very strict in observing the Sabbath.
a. Rigidly; interpreted; exactly limited; confined; restricted; as, to understand words in a strict sense.
a. Upright, or straight and narrow; -- said of the shape of the plants or their flower clusters.

Crossword clues for strict

- Allowing no laxity
- Exacting, unsparing
- Grim
- Harsh
- Highly disciplined
- Precise; severe
- Rigorous
- Severe