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rigorism

[rig-uh-riz-uhm]

noun

extreme strictness.

(in Roman Catholic moral philosophy) the theory that in doubtful cases of conscience no course may be followed that is contrary to Catholic law and doctrine.

Origin:
1695–1705; < French rigorisme. See rigor, -ism

Related forms

rig·or·ist, noun

rig·or·is·tic, adjective

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rigorism (ˈrɪɡəˌrɪzəm)

—n
1.	strictness in judgment or conduct
2.	the religious cult of extreme self-denial
3.	RC theol the doctrine that in cases of doubt in moral matters the stricter course must always be followed

'rigorist

—n

rigor'istic

—*adj*

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