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- Dictionarystrin·gent/ˈstrinj(ə)nt/
adjective
- 1. (of regulations, requirements, or conditions) strict, precise, and exacting: "California's air pollution guidelines are stringent"
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The meaning of STRINGENT is tight, constricted. How to use stringent in a sentence. How Should You Use stringent? Synonym Discussion of Stringent.
STRINGENT definition: 1. having a very severe effect, or being extremely limiting: 2. involving not enough money being…. Learn more.
Stringent definition: rigorously binding or exacting; strict; severe. See examples of STRINGENT used in a sentence.
having a very severe effect, or being extremely limiting: The most stringent laws in the world are useless unless there is the will to enforce them. We need to introduce more stringent security measures such as identity cards. Stringent safety regulations were introduced after the accident.
Definitions of stringent. adjective. demanding strict attention to rules and procedures. “ stringent safety measures” synonyms: rigorous, tight. demanding. requiring more than usually expected or thought due; especially great patience and effort and skill. Cite this entry. Style: MLA. "Stringent."
1. adjective. Stringent laws, rules, or conditions are very severe or are strictly controlled. [formal] He announced that there would be more stringent controls on the possession of weapons. Its drug-testing procedures are the most stringent in the world. Synonyms: strict, tough, rigorous, demanding More Synonyms of stringent.
1. Imposing rigorous standards of performance; severe: stringent safety measures. 2. Constricted; tight: operating under a stringent time limit. 3. Characterized by scarcity of money, credit restrictions, or other financial strain: stringent economic policies.
Definition of stringent adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
STRINGENT definition: Stringent controls, rules, etc are very strict or extreme.. Learn more.
Stringent Definition. strĭnjənt. Meanings. Synonyms. Sentences. Definition Source. Origin. Adjective. Filter. adjective. Imposing rigorous standards of performance; severe. Stringent safety measures. American Heritage. Rigidly controlled, enforced, etc.; strict; severe. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. Constricted; tight.
