Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

rigor

[rig-er] / ˈrɪg ər /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

"We will move with urgency and scientific rigor to support the response and help bring a potential vaccine closer to the communities that need it most," said Stéphane Bancel, chief executive officer of Moderna.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

CANNES, France — The movies of Na Hong-jin aren’t hard to love — they’re as obsession-worthy as the stylish rigor with which they are made.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

Because when you strip away the scaffolding, when you set aside the tone and the length and the performance of rigor, what remains is not complicated at all.

From Slate • May 8, 2026

“After several years of increased innovation and tighter financial rigor, efforts are manifesting in a materially healthier financial profile and growth trajectory,” Altmann wrote in a note Friday.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

“How do you feel, hand?” he asked the cramped hand that was almost as stiff as rigor mortis.

From "The Old Man and The Sea" by Ernest Hemingway




Vocabulary lists containing rigor


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "rigor" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com