Word meaning
stringent
adjective · STRIN-jent
What does stringent mean?
Stringent means strict, precise, and exacting.
Stringent in a sentence
“The lab follows stringent safety rules.”
Synonyms for stringent
- strict
- rigorous
- rigid
Where does stringent come from?
From Latin stringere, "to draw tight."
How to remember stringent
- Say it out loud a few times: STRIN-jent.
- Write one sentence of your own using stringent, about something that happened to you today.
- Quiz yourself tomorrow, in three days, and next week. Spaced reviews are what make new words stick.
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