rigoros

The German word "rigoros" is an adjective that means "rigorous" or "severe". It describes something that is strict, precise, or demanding, often in the context of rules, standards, or evaluations. The word conveys a sense of firmness and seriousness. Similar words in German include "streng" (strict), "hart" (hard or tough), and "exakt" (exact).

The primary difference lies in nuance: while "rigoros" implies strictness often associated with thoroughness and meticulousness, "streng" is more focused solely on strictness without necessarily implying thoroughness, and "hart" may refer more to the toughness of approaches or consequences.