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strictement

strictly

adverb streek-tuh-MAHN Rare

Also means

absolutely

Usage Note

Strictement intensifies rules, prohibitions, or limits: strictement interdit (strictly forbidden), strictement confidentiel (strictly confidential). It can also mean 'absolutely' in the sense of strictement rien (absolutely nothing). The adjective strict relates to rules being rigidly enforced.

Examples

"L'accès est strictement interdit au public."

Natural Translation

Access is strictly forbidden to the public.

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