adverbadverb

rigoureusement

strict

Definition & meaning

Rigoureusement is an adverb meaning:

  • Rigorously, strictly, or thoroughly: with great care, precision, or strict adherence to rules.
  • Exactly or absolutely: used for emphasis, as in “exactly the same” or “absolutely nothing.”

Grammar & Word origin

It is formed from the feminine form of the adjective rigoureux , rigoureuse, plus the adverb-forming suffix -ment.

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

  • strictement — “strictly”; emphasizes adherence to rules or limits.
  • minutieusement — “meticulously”; emphasizes attention to detail.
  • exactement — “exactly”; can replace rigoureusement when emphasizing an exact match.

Antonyms:

  • approximativement — “approximately”; without exact precision.
  • négligemment — “carelessly”; without proper care.

Common phrases & collocations

  • appliquer rigoureusement les règles — to apply the rules strictly
  • rigoureusement identique — exactly identical
  • rigoureusement rien — absolutely nothing

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Examples

Elle suit rigoureusement les règles de la classe.adverb

She strictly follows the rules of the class.

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