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rigorist

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rig⋅or⋅ism

  [rig-uh-riz-uhm]
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–noun
1. extreme strictness.
2. (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; < F rigorisme. See rigor, -ism

Related forms:
rig⋅or⋅ist, noun
rig⋅or⋅is⋅tic, adjective
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rig·or·ism   (rĭg'ə-rĭz'əm)   
n.  Harshness or strictness in conduct, judgment, or practice.
rig'or·ist n., rig'or·is'tic adj.
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