1.
strict; rigorous; impartial; fair
Describes handling a matter strictly and fairly by the rules, without bias or leniency. Common in formal contexts such as judging, screening, and examinations where impartiality must be guaranteed.
厳正な審査を行う。
To conduct a rigorous review.
当選者は厳正な抽選で決める。
The winners are decided by an impartial drawing.
審判は両チームに対して厳正に試合を{さば}いた。
The referee officiated the match impartially toward both teams.
A formal word stressing both strictness and fairness. Frequently used in fixed phrases about screening and selection where impartiality is promised.
CONJUGATION:
- Negative: 厳正ではない
- Te-form: 厳正で
- Past: 厳正だった
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 厳正な審査: rigorous screening
- 厳正な抽選: impartial drawing
- 厳正に対処する: deal with strictly
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 厳格: strict, stern — about strict standards or upbringing, without the 'impartial' nuance.
- 公正: fair, just — emphasizes fairness alone, not strictness.