adjective as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

legalistic, rigid

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Example Sentences

Example:The legalistic regulations governing trade made it difficult for small businesses to operate.

Definition:Characterized by or based on strict adherence to and interpretation of the law or rules, often to an extent that ignores principles or fairness.

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Example:His rigid decretalist approach to education overlooked the individual learning needs of the students.

Definition:Extremely strict or inflexible in the application of principles, rules, or methods.

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