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Rigor
01
the quality of thoroughness and accuracy in approach or analysis
1.1
the quality of being extremely strict or severe in demeanor or treatment
Example
The school's discipline policy was criticized for its excessive rigor and lack of flexibility.
Living under the rigor of a strict household, she learned the value of discipline early on.
02
something hard to endure
Example
Maintaining rigor in the editorial process ensures the credibility of the publication.
Students at the top university are expected to maintain a high level of intellectual rigor in their research.
The IGCSE curriculum emphasizes both academic rigor and practical skills development.
The school's discipline policy was criticized for its excessive rigor and lack of flexibility.
Pseudosciences like phrenology have been discredited over time for lacking scientific rigor.
