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rigorosamente

strictly

adverb ree-goh-roh-zah-MEN-teh Rare
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Also means

rigorously

Usage Note

Rigorosamente means in a strict, exact, or uncompromising manner. It often collocates with prohibitions or rules — rigorosamente vietato ('strictly forbidden') is a very common sign in Italy. The root adjective is rigoroso (rigorous, strict). In informal speech Italians tend to prefer assolutamente or per niente for emphasis.

Examples

"L'accesso è rigorosamente vietato ai minori."

Natural Translation

Access is strictly forbidden to minors.

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