Definition of STRICTNESS

strictness

Plural: strictnesses

Noun

  • conscientious attention to rules and details
  • uncompromising resolution
  • The state or quality of being strict.
  • The result or product of being strict.

Examples

  • "Discipline calls for a certain strictness."

Origin / Etymology

From strict + -ness.

Synonyms

sternness, stringency

Scrabble Score: 12

strictness is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
strictness is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
strictness is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 14

strictness is a valid Words With Friends word