stricture — a rule or principle that limits or controls something; severe criticism or censure
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a rule or principle that limits or controls something; severe criticism or censure
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈstrɪktʃər/
Example Sentences
- My mom's strictures on gaming made me feel like I was in digital prison.
- The teacher's strictures on creativity ironically killed all creative thinking.
- Budget strictures forced the company to cancel the annual pizza party.
stricture
NOUN[/ˈstrɪktʃər/]
a rule or principle that limits or controls something; severe criticism or censure
The critic's harsh stricture on the novel left the young author speechless at the launch.
Break the stricture, build the structure, shape the future!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'strictura' meaning a binding or tightening, derived from 'stringere' which means to bind tightly or draw together.
Breakdown
strict- (from stringere: to bind tightly) + -ure (noun suffix indicating result or condition)
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📝Examples
“My mom's strictures on gaming made me feel like I was in digital prison.”
“The teacher's strictures on creativity ironically killed all creative thinking.”
“Budget strictures forced the company to cancel the annual pizza party.”
“The critic's strictures on the novel were harsh but fair.”
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