rigorous
/ˈrɪɡərəs/
rig · or · ous
ˈrɪɡ · ər · əs
English Definition
adj. strict, thorough
Significado en Español
riguroso, estricto
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
nghiêm ngặt, khắt khe
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Example Sentence
There is a rigorous testing process.
测试过程很严格。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
rigorous(strict)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the synonym for the given word: Rigorous
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A
lenient
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B
strict
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C
casual
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D
indifferent
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B — strict.
“rigorous” means adj. strict, thorough
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
The astronauts went through a ______ training program before the flight.
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A
easy
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B
rigorous
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C
gentle
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D
relaxed
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B — rigorous.
“rigorous” means adj. strict, thorough
Common questions about “rigorous”
What does “rigorous” mean?
rigorous — adj. strict, thorough. In Chinese: 严格的，严厉的.
How do you pronounce “rigorous”?
rigorous is pronounced /ˈrɪɡərəs/. It breaks into 3 syllables: rig · or · ous.
How do you use “rigorous” in a sentence?
There is a rigorous testing process. (测试过程很严格。)
What are synonyms for “rigorous”?
strict, thorough — all close in meaning to rigorous (adj. strict, thorough).
Is “rigorous” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. rigorous appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “rigorous”?
rigorous(strict)
