Word STRICT: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

strict

🇺🇸 [strɪkt]

Meanings

Imposing strong and uncompromising rules or standards. A strict person or system demands adherence to rules and does not tolerate deviations. Strictness is often associated with discipline and control.

Examples

• Her strict parents made sure she followed a set bedtime.
• The school has strict policies on bullying.
• He was known for his strict training regimen.

Synonyms

rigid • stern • severe

Antonyms

lenient • flexible • permissive