strictish

/ˈstriktɪʃ/

Definitions

1. adjective

somewhat strict or severe; moderate but firm in one’s standards or behavior

“She was a strictish parent who set high expectations for her children.”

2. noun

a person or thing that is somewhat strict or severe; something that is moderate but firm in its standards or behavior

“The strictish teacher was respected by her students for her fairness and consistency.”

Synonyms

  • firm
  • severe
  • strict

Antonyms

  • lenient
  • permissive