厉
strict; severe; fierce; surname Li
Meanings
5 senses · 12 examplesadjective
strict; rigorous; stringent
Used to describe rules, requirements, or enforcement measures.
The school strictly practices thrift and opposes waste.
The government strictly bans illegal wildlife trade.
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The company has formulated new rules for strict attendance management.
The school strictly implements epidemic prevention measures to ensure the safety of teachers and students.
Traffic police departments have launched strict actions to crack down on drunk driving.
adjective
serious; stern; fierce; violent
Describes attitude, tone, style, or forceful phenomena.
His attitude towards his subordinates is very serious.
He wore a stern expression to scold the student who made a mistake.
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This reform is advancing at a rapid and decisive pace.
Facing the reporter's questions, he refuted the rumor with a stern tone and fierce expression.
The typhoon swept across the coastal area with fierce force.
noun
Li (surname)
Used as a family name, rare in modern China.
Mr. Li is a new client of our company.
Professor Li will give an academic lecture next week.
adjective
archaic; same as 砺 lì
archaicAncient usage referring to grindstone or to sharpen, no longer used in modern standard Chinese.
adjective
archaic; same as 癞 lài
archaicAncient usage referring to leprosy or scabies, no longer used in modern standard Chinese.