strict; rigorous; make strict
Meanings
2 senses · 7 examplesadjective
strict; rigorous; stringent
Describes rules, standards, management, or people who are uncompromising in enforcing standards. Often used with 要求 (requirement), 管理 (management), 遵守 (observance), 执行 (execution).
This school is very strict about student discipline.
He is very strict with himself and is never late.
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We must strictly enforce these safety regulations.
This restaurant is known for its strict hygiene standards.
verb
to make strict; to tighten (rules or discipline)
formalUsed when someone causes rules, standards, or discipline to become stricter. Often used in formal or administrative contexts with 纪律 (discipline), 标准 (standards), or 管理 (management).
We need to further tighten financial discipline.
After the new leader took office, the attendance system was made stricter.
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For safety reasons, inspection procedures must be made stricter.