10+ Synonyms for Rigorous & Similar Words
Definition of rigorous
- adjective
- rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard; "rigorous application of the law"; "a strict vegetarian"
- demanding strict attention to rules and procedures; "rigorous discipline"; "tight security"; "stringent safety measures"
10 synonyms found
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"All my indeginous, vigorous, rigorous"
FunkDoobiest — Oye Papi
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- What are synonyms for rigorous?
- Synonyms for rigorous include: brutal, cruel, demanding, exact, hard, harsh, strict, stringent, tight, unkind.
- How many synonyms does rigorous have?
- Rigorous has 10 synonyms.