strictly
part of speech
adverb
meaning for a pupil
1) Strictly means in a firm way that makes sure rules are followed exactly. tree →
2) Strictly means completely or exactly, with no exceptions, like «strictly forbidden». tree →
3) «Strictly speaking» means if you are very exact about the meaning. tree →
sense in the lessons
On signs and rules: «Swimming strictly forbidden», «Strictly no entry» — meaning it is never allowed, so it matters for safety. In maths, «strictly greater than» means bigger and not equal (the > sign). In everyday talk, «strictly speaking, a tomato is a fruit».
examples
- Running by the pool is strictly forbidden. tree →
- The rules are strictly followed in the lab. tree →
- This area is strictly for staff only. tree →
- Strictly speaking, a spider is not an insect. tree →
- Our coach treats everyone strictly but fairly. tree →
- In maths, 5 is strictly greater than 3. tree →
- The museum strictly bans flash photos. tree →
- Now the Mice kept more strictly at home than ever. tree →
note
Adverb from strict + -ly. In maths, «strictly greater than» (>) excludes being equal; «greater than or equal to» (≥) includes it. «Strictly» on a sign means there are no exceptions.
Trees and pragmatics
Every meaning and example of «strictly» parsed by Mova, each sentence with its dependency tree and frames.