Word of the Day: Strict
To follow or enforce rules is to be strict.
- That teacher is very strict. She’ll quickly give out a detention for misbehavior.
- Anyone who appears before that judge has to be careful because he’s so strict.
- Marlene’s doctor put her on a strict diet.
- Nelita’s supervisor is very strict about employees being on time for work.
- How strict are you with your kids?
- Pay strict attention to the directions on the application. Any mistakes could delay your request.
The adverb form for this word is “strictly.”
- The students at that school strictly follow the rules.
- The speeding laws are strictly enforced in this area.
- Our conversation was strictly confidential. (I can’t tell you what we discussed.)
Essential English Dictionary
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