rigour
Translation
rigor, strictness, thoroughness
Examples
The analysis was done with academic rigour.
The analysis was done with academic rigor.
They faced the rigours of a polar expedition.
They faced the rigors of a polar expedition.
Grammar Patterns
with ((...)) rigor with (a certain kind of) strictness The rules were applied with great rigor.
the rigors of ((sth.)) the harsh conditions of (sth.) They endured the rigors of winter.
Similar Words
Synonyms: strictness, severity, thoroughness; Antonyms: leniency, flexibility
Etymology
From Latin 'rigor' (stiffness, harshness). The adjective is 'rigorous'.
Memory Tips
The US spelling is 'rigor'. The British spelling is 'rigour'.