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Definition rigour in British English

rigour noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˈrɪɡə(r)/
1

the quality of being thorough and careful

Example

His arguments display a lack of intellectual rigour.

Synonyms and related words
thought consideration assessment
2

the quality of being strict or severe

Example

The law was implemented with varying degrees of rigour in different districts.

Synonyms and related words
strict severe stern
Definition rigour in British English