strictness
Pronunciation: [ˈstrɪktnəs]
Word
Context: "rules and regulations"
(noun) the quality of being firm and not allowing any flexibility or leniency. It means following rules very closely and not letting people break them. Think of a teacher who always makes sure that everyone follows the class rules all the time.
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The strictness of the school's rules helped students learn discipline.
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The teacher's lack of strictness made it hard for students to focus in class.
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Do you think there should be more strictness in how we handle homework assignments?
Context: "behavior and discipline"
(noun) the quality of being demanding and expecting high standards of behavior or performance. This is like when a coach pushes their team to do their best and won’t accept anything less.
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His strictness as a coach led the team to win many championships.
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Too much strictness can make players feel stressed and unhappy.
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How does strictness affect the way teams perform in sports?
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