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    Strict (en. Strict)

    /stʁikt/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Which tolerates no exceptions.
    He has a strict schedule.
    Il a un emploi du temps strict.
    Which is rigorous in its requirements.
    The teacher is very strict about deadlines.
    Le professeur est très strict sur les délais.
    Which is severe in the enforcement of laws or regulations.
    Security has strict checks at the entrance.
    La sécurité a des contrôles stricts à l'entrée.

    Etymology

    From the Latin strictus, which means 'tight, taut'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    strict rules
    Rules that must be applied without exception.
    règles strictes
    to have a strict attitude
    To behave inflexibly towards others.
    avoir une attitude stricte
    to be strict about something
    To be demanding or rigorous regarding a certain aspect.
    être strict sur quelque chose

    Related Words

    rigidity
    The quality of being rigid or inflexible.
    rigidité
    authority
    The power to lead or command with strictness.
    autorité
    severe
    One who imposes rules or is tough towards others.
    sévère

    Slang Meanings

    Very demanding.
    This coach is strict; he lets nothing slide.
    Ce coach est strict, il ne laisse rien passer.
    No laughing matter.
    With her, it’s strict; we don’t joke in class.
    Avec elle, c'est strict, on ne rigole pas en classe.