Strict
Strict adjective - Following an original exactly.
Thorough is a synonym for strict in devoted topic. In some cases you can use "Thorough" instead an adjective "Strict", when it comes to topics like conscientious.
Nearby Words: strictly, strictness
Thorough
Thorough adjective - Having no exceptions or restrictions.
Strict is a synonym for thorough in devoted topic. Sometimes you can use "Strict" instead an adjective "Thorough".
Nearby Words: thoroughly, thoroughness
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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Strawman Political: Paradise Point, where the main characters find themselves as of Chapter 31, is a thorough deconstruction of the grand premise behind strict gun control.
Source: Webcomic / 6 Gun Mage - Both are senior members of Hogwarts and known as strict disciplinarians, but McGonagall is stoic but ultimately good, while Umbridge is a very thorough Bitch in Sheep's Clothing.
Source: Evil Counterpart / Literature - Unlike the Ur-Quan who, despite their omnicidal/totalitarian tendencies, retained a strict code of honour and had thorough and near-commiserable motivation, the Druuge were nothing but greedy heartless dregs.
Source: Eviler Than Thou
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