rigorous
adjective
rig·or·ous
ˈri-g(ə-)rəs 
rigorously
adverb
rigorousness
noun
Examples of rigorous in a Sentence
rigorous enforcement of the rules
a rigorous course of study
We subjected the data to a rigorous analysis.
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ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
The race begins with a rigorous climb up a mountain on skis fitted with a special fabric skin that grips the snow as the athletes sprint uphill.
—Rob Marciano, CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
Some travelers love vacations that involve doing absolutely nothing—trips where lounging by the beach or pool, napping, reading, or going for a light swim are the most rigorous activities on the agenda.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2026
After a multiyear effort that included a rigorous application process, some pushback from state institutions and other challenges, Santiago Canyon College is offering its first-ever baccalaureate program.
—Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 17 Feb. 2026
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“Rigorous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rigorous. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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rigorous
adjective
rig·or·ous
ˈrig-(ə-)rəs
1
: very strict
2
: marked by great differences of temperature or climate
3
: very accurate
rigorously
adverb
rigorousness
noun
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