What does rigorism mean?
A strict adherence to rules or principles, often to the point of being overly severe or inflexible. Rigorism can also refer to a philosophical or theological doctrine that emphasizes the importance of strict adherence to dogma or doctrine.
Example
"The university's rigorism in grading led to a high dropout rate among students."
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