rigoros
Translation
rigorous, strict, severe, stringent
Examples
Die Regeln wurden rigoros durchgesetzt.
The rules were enforced rigorously.
Er hat einen rigorosen Sparkurs eingeschlagen.
He has embarked on a rigorous austerity course.
Grammar Patterns
to be rigorous ((sein)) The test was very rigorous.
Similar Words
Synonyms: streng, strikt, hart; Antonyms: locker, nachsichtig
Etymology
From Latin 'rigorosus' (stiff, severe), related to 'rigor'.
Memory Tips
It's a direct cognate of the English word 'rigorous'. Think of 'rigor mortis' – the unbending stiffness of death.