rigor
/ɹɪɡɚ/
Group 25Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (noun)
- The quality of being extremely thorough, exhaustive, or accurate; severity or strictness GRE
Example in Context
The peer review process was known for its intellectual rigor, with each manuscript evaluated by three independent experts in the field.
Synonyms
strictnesstoughnessprecision
Etymology
Derived from Latin, indicating strictness and thoroughness like the stiffness of rules.
- rigor (Latin) — stiffness
Memory Aid
🏋️♀️Sounds like “rig her”
Picture a strict trainer saying, 'RIG HER UP!' as you do 100 push-ups — that’s RIGOR!
Visual Association
🔍A meticulous scientist examining every detail under a magnifying glass, leaving no stone unturned.
Semantic Clusters
Synonym Groups
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “rigor” mean on the GRE?
rigor (noun) means “The quality of being extremely thorough, exhaustive, or accurate; severity or strictness”. The peer review process was known for its intellectual rigor, with each manuscript evaluated by three independent experts in the field.
How to remember “rigor” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “rigor” sounds like “rig her”. Picture a strict trainer saying, 'RIG HER UP!' as you do 100 push-ups — that’s RIGOR!
What are synonyms for “rigor”?
Common synonyms: strictness, toughness, precision.