What does RIGOR mean?

Rigor

Parts of Speech: Noun

Definitions:

• The quality of being extremely thorough, exhaustive, or accurate.
• Strictness, severity, or harshness, as in dealing with people.
• A sudden feeling of cold with shivering; a chill.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈrɪɡər/
• UK: /ˈrɪɡə/

Origin and Usage:

The word "rigor" originated from the Latin word "rigor" meaning "stiffness, numbness, or coldness." Its first known usage in English was in the 14th century. It is commonly used in academic and scientific contexts to describe the thoroughness and accuracy of research or analysis. It is also used in legal contexts to describe the strictness or severity of laws or punishments.

Synonyms:

• Thoroughness
• Exhaustiveness
• Strictness
• Severity
• Harshness

Related Words:

• Grief
• Ridge
• River
• Tiger
• Vigor

Example Sentences:

• The research was conducted with great rigor to ensure accuracy.
• The companys policies are enforced with rigor, leaving no room for leniency.
• He suddenly felt a rigor and began to shiver uncontrollably.