Synonyms for

Strictly

Verb / ˈstrɪktli: / Another word for strictly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

In a way that is very precise and not allowing any deviation from a standard.

Synonyms & similar words

rigorously purely stringently precisely exactly rigorously closely meticulously carefully stringently uncompromisingly severely demandingly harshly tightly narrowly stubbornly firmly unyieldingly inflexibly inexorably relentlessly unbendingly

Synonyms by register

Formal

rigorously precisely exactly scrupulously

Informal

really totally absolutely very

Literary

austere uncompromisingly

Antonyms

loosely vaguely informally casually leniently permissively

Common collocations

  • strictly speaking
  • strictly forbidden
  • strictly confidential
  • strictly business
  • strictly enforced
  • strictly limited
  • strictly adhere

Word family

noun strictness
adjective strict

Usage note

Often used to emphasize adherence to rules or standards. Can sometimes imply severity or lack of flexibility.

Example sentences

  1. The teacher strictly enforces the school's dress code.
  2. He strictly follows his workout routine every day.
  3. The company has a strictly enforced policy against smoking on the premises.
  4. The restaurant strictly follows the recipe to ensure consistency in their dishes.
  5. The coach strictly instructs the players on their positions and plays.

Quotes

  • I strictly follow my own path. That's why I'm always moving forward.
  • The most effective way to be is to do things in a strictly prescribed way.
  • I am strictly against any form of half-heartedness or cowardice.

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