strictly
Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /ˈstrɪktli/
strictly means: With rules or instructions followed carefully and without allowing exceptions.
adverb
EXACT OBEDIENCEB2
With rules or instructions followed carefully and without allowing exceptions.
- Smoking is strictly forbidden here.
- She followed the instructions strictly.
- The school strictly enforced its rules about phones.
LIMITED SENSEB2
Only within a particular meaning, purpose, or area.
- This room is strictly for staff.
- Our meeting was strictly business.
- Strictly speaking, a tomato is a fruit.
Questions about strictly
What does strictly mean?
With rules or instructions followed carefully and without allowing exceptions.
What is strictly in other languages?
Türkçe: kesinlikle · Español: estrictamente · Français: strictement · Deutsch: streng · Italiano: rigorosamente · 日本語: 厳格に
How do you pronounce strictly?
It is pronounced /ˈstrɪktli/.
How do you use strictly in a sentence?
Smoking is strictly forbidden here. She followed the instructions strictly.
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