strictly

• Adverbe signifiant 'd'une manière stricte' ou 'avec précision et sans écart'. Il sert à souligner qu'une action est faite avec exactitude, rigueur ou conformité aux règles, aux limites ou aux définitions. Il peut aussi signifier 'exclusivement' ou 'seulement' pour restreindre le champ d'application.

An adverb meaning 'in a strict manner' or 'exactly and without deviation.' It is used to emphasize that something is done with precision, rigor, or adherence to rules, limits, or definitions. It can also mean 'exclusively' or 'only' when used to limit scope.

1. Restricted to somethingB1formal

   Limited or confined to a particular thing or condition.

   strictement limité à

   • This area is strictly for employees only.
   • The event is strictly by invitation.
   • The information is strictly confidential.

   Synonymesentirelyexclusivelyonlypurelysolely

   Antonymesbroadlygenerallyloosely

2. In a stringent mannerB1formal

   In a way that demands complete obedience or exact adherence to rules.

   de manière stricte

   • The rules are strictly enforced.
   • He strictly follows his diet.
   • The teacher strictly forbids talking during the exam.

   Synonymesexactlyfaithfullypreciselyrigorouslyseverelysternlystringentlytightly

   Antonymesindulgentlylenientlyloosely

3. In a rigorous mannerB2formal

   In a thorough, exact, and precise way.

   De manière rigoureuse

   • The data was strictly analyzed for accuracy.
   • The procedure must be strictly followed.
   • The scientist strictly controlled all variables in the experiment.

   Synonymesexactlymeticulouslypreciselyrigorouslyscrupulouslystringently

   Antonymescarelesslyimpreciselyinexactlylooselyvaguely