Rigoureux (en. Rigorous)

/ʁiɡuʁø/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
One that conforms exactly to rules, laws, or principles.
The teacher is rigorous in the assessment of the work.
Le professeur est rigoureux dans l'évaluation des travaux.
One that is severe, austere.
The climate of this region is rigorous in winter.
Le climat de cette région est rigoureux en hiver.
One that requires intense effort or a high degree of concentration.
Scientific research requires a rigorous approach.
La recherche scientifique nécessite une approche rigoureuse.

Etymology

From the Latin 'rigor', meaning 'coldness, hardness'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be rigorous
To act with severity or in strict adherence to norms.
être rigoureux
rigorous rules
Standards that must be applied with strictness.
règles rigoureuses
rigorous method
A systematic and precise way of proceeding.
méthode rigoureuse

Related Words

rigidity
The character of what is rigid, inflexible.
rigidité
rigorous
Feminine form of rigorous.
rigoureuse
rigor
It is the requirement of seriousness and precision.
rigueur

Slang Meanings

Severe or strict in a friendly context.
He was a bit rigorous about the schedule, but it was for our own good.
Il a été un peu rigoureux sur les horaires, mais c'était pour notre bien.
Excessively demanding, often in a humorous way.
This teacher is too rigorous; it feels like she wants to give us a final exam every day!
Cette prof est trop rigoureuse, on dirait qu'elle veut nous faire passer un examen final tous les jours !