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Definition of strictness

strictness

/ˈstrɪkt.nəs/
strict · ness
Adverb:strictly
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Adjective:strict
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• noun

1

The quality or condition of demanding that rules, standards, or behavior be obeyed completely and without exception.

Example

"The coach was known for his strictness during training sessions, which helped the team maintain high discipline."

2

Close and accurate adherence to a rule, definition, or principle; exactness.

Example

"The legal contract was interpreted with great strictness by the presiding judge."

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• Nearby Words

strickland
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stride
strident
stridently

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the adjective "strict" (borrowed from Latin strictus, the past participle of stringere, meaning "to draw tight" or "to bind") and the native suffix "-ness".

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Strictness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/strictness
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