Stern and Stringent

Stern adjective - Given to exacting standards of discipline and self-restraint.

Stringent is a synonym for stern in severe topic. In some cases you can use "Stringent" instead an adjective "Stern", when it comes to topics like strict. popular alternative

Nearby Words: sternness, sternly, sterne

Stringent adjective - Not allowing for any exceptions or loosening of standards.

Stern is a synonym for stringent in severe topic. You can use "Stern" instead an adjective "Stringent". popular alternative

Nearby Words: stringency, stringently