rigorous

/ˈrɪɡərəs/

Syllables ri·gor·ous

Stress RI-gor-ous

Phonics Breakdown

rig

/rɪɡ/

short i

or

/ər/

schwa

ous

/əs/

schwa

Meaning

very strict, careful, and thorough

Sound Reference

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rig=/rɪɡ/(rigid) + or=/ər/(doctor) + ous=/əs/(famous)

Example

The scientist followed a rigorous testing process.