stringently
gb/stɹˈɪnd͡ʒəntli/ us/stɹˈɪnd͡ʒəntli/
C1
English
szigorúan, keményen
C1
FORMAL
1
szigorúan
B1
Usage pattern:
stringently + [regulated/controlled/enforced/monitored/tested]
The drug is stringently tested before it can be sold to the public.
A gyógyszert szigorúan tesztelik, mielőtt forgalomba hozhatnák.
The company stringently controls access to customer data.
A vállalat szigorúan ellenőrzi az ügyféladatokhoz való hozzáférést.
Visas are stringently regulated in this country.
Learner examples
The school stringently enforces its rules.
Az iskola szigorúan betartatja a szabályait.
Safety checks are done stringently.
A biztonsági ellenőrzéseket szigorúan végzik.
Common mistake:
Not related to “string”; it means “strictly,” not “tightly like a string.”
Meaning
in a strict, rigorous way
Collocations
stringently regulated
|stringently controlled
|stringently enforced
|stringently monitored
|stringently tested
|stringently applied
|stringently checked
|stringently assessed
|stringently reviewed
|stringently limited
Synonyms
strictly (More common and less formal.)
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rigorously (Emphasizes thorough checking or testing.)
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tightly (Common with control/limits; slightly less formal.)
Antonyms
loosely (Rules or controls are applied with less strictness.)
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leniently (Suggests showing mercy or being less strict about rules.)
Themes
law
|government
|business
|education
|science
Definition
in a very strict way
In a strict and exact way, especially when applying, enforcing, or checking rules, standards, conditions, or controls.
C1
FORMAL
2
Usage pattern:
stringently + [worded/phrased/criticized/penalized]
They received a stringently worded warning from the regulator.
A szabályozó hatóságtól szigorú hangvételű figyelmeztetést kaptak.
The new policy is stringently restrictive for small businesses.
Az új szabályozás a kisvállalkozások számára rendkívül korlátozó.
Repeated violations are stringently penalized under the updated rules.
Learner examples
He sent a stringently worded email.
Szigorú hangvételű e-mailt küldött.
The rules are stringently restrictive.
A szabályok rendkívül korlátozóak.
Common mistake:
Often used about tone (e.g., “stringently worded”); don’t use it for physical tightness.
Meaning
in a severe, tough way
Collocations
stringently worded
|stringently phrased
|stringently critical
|stringently punitive
|stringently restrictive
|stringently harsh
|stringently uncompromising
Synonyms
severely (Directly emphasizes harshness or seriousness.)
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harshly (More emotional; suggests unkindness.)
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sternly (Suggests firm authority and disapproval.)
Antonyms
gently (Opposite in tone; soft and not severe.)
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mildly (Less strong or less severe.)
Themes
business
|law
|communication
Definition
in a very severe or hard way
In a severe or uncompromising way, especially about measures, penalties, or the tone of a warning or criticism.
Grammar
Dictionary form
stringently
IPA
GB/stɹˈɪnd͡ʒəntli/
US/stɹˈɪnd͡ʒəntli/
Syllables & stress
strin - gently (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (strin)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: stringently
- Plural: stringentlies
Expressions
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