stringent

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Adjective stringent has 1 sense

rigorous, stringent, tight - demanding strict attention to rules and procedures; "rigorous discipline"; "tight security"; "stringent safety measures"
Antonym: undemanding (indirect, via demanding)

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Term: stringent

Definition:

adjective

1. (of rules, regulations, or conditions) strict, precise, and exacting

2. (of a substance) searing, caustic, or irritating

Senses:

Sense 1: Strict, precise, and exacting

Example sentence 1: The company has stringent policies regarding tardiness; employees must arrive on time.

Example sentence 2: To maintain stringent quality standards, the manufacturer conducts frequent inspections.

Sense 2: Searing, caustic, or irritating

Example sentence 1: Cleaning agents with stringent properties should be handled with caution.

Example sentence 2: The stringent odor of the cleaning solution made us cough.

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