rigorous

S2 W2

BrE /ˈrɪɡərəs/ AmE /ˈrɪɡərəs/

adjective en → es

1 STRICT B2

strict and thorough, leaving no details out; exacting

estricto, riguroso, meticuloso

  • [T + obj]
  • [predicative]

Collocations rigorous standards · a rigorous examination

  • The course is very rigorous.

    El curso es muy riguroso.

2 SEVERE C1

severe or harsh, especially in conditions or treatment

duro, severo, riguroso

  • [T + obj]
  • [predicative]

Collocations rigorous conditions · a rigorous regime

  • The prisoners were subjected to rigorous treatment.

    Los prisioneros fueron sometidos a un trato riguroso.