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rigorists

/ˈrɪɡərɪsts/

rigoristnoun

rigorists

/ˈrɪɡərɪst/

Translations

The rigorist insisted on following the rules without any exceptions.

Ригорист настаивал на соблюдении правил без каких-либо исключений.

Definitions

A person who adheres strictly to a set of rules or principles, often in a religious or moral context.

The rigorist refused to compromise on any of the traditional practices, insisting that they be followed to the letter.

In early Christianity, a believer who denied reconciliation to those guilty of grave sins such as apostasy or adultery.

Cyprian clashed with the rigorists over whether the lapsed could be readmitted to communion.

Synonyms

strict adherent

rigoristadjective

Definitions

Characterized by uncompromising or inflexible adherence to rules, principles, or moral codes.

The committee adopted a rigorist interpretation of the bylaws.