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/stɹɪkt/ · strict
adjective
  1. Strained; drawn close; tight. She gave him a strict hug.
  2. Tense; not relaxed. The strict fiber in the rope made it difficult to cut.
  3. Exact; accurate; precise; rigorously particular. He kept a strict watch on the children.
Did you know? The word 'strict' has been used in various contexts, including law, medicine, and sports, where precision and accuracy are crucial.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026