strict

• Décrit quelqu'un ou quelque chose qui exige ou suit strictement des règles ou des normes, sans écart ; sévère dans l'application de règles, ou rigoureux dans la précision ou l'exactitude.

Describes someone or something that demands or follows rules or standards very closely, without deviation.

1. Demanding obedienceA2formal

   Demanding that rules, especially concerning behavior, are obeyed.

   strict (qui exige l'obéissance)

   • My parents were very strict about homework.
   • The school has strict rules against bullying.
   • He is a strict teacher who expects perfect attendance.

   Synonymesauthoritarianfirmharshrigidseveresternunyielding

   Antonymeseasygoingflexibleindulgentlaxlenientpermissive

2. Exact and preciseB1formal

   Used to describe something that must be done exactly as stated.

   strict (exact et précis)

   • Follow the strict instructions for the experiment.
   • There is a strict deadline for the application.
   • The contract has strict terms and conditions.

   Synonymesexactfaithfulliteralmeticulouspreciserigorousscrupulousstringent

   Antonymesflexibleimpreciseinexactlenientloose

3. Severe or harshB1formal

   Used to describe a punishment or treatment that is harsh.

   Sévère ou dur

   • The judge gave a strict sentence for the crime.
   • Strict measures were taken to control the outbreak.
   • The company has a strict policy against discrimination.

   Synonymesdraconianhardharshinflexiblerigidrigorousseveresternstringenttough

   Antonymesforgivinglenientmercifulmildtolerant