rigorist
- a word derived from rigorism.
Example Sentences
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Constant, 54, is a rigorist whose every action accords with Vodou knowledge and cosmology.
From New York Times ● Jan. 25, 2023
For centuries Muslim theologians have blended the rigorist teachings of sharia with the insights of mysticism to allow the spirit, rather than the letter, of the law to shine.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 21, 2015
He was not a rigorist; he could not be called a severe man; still, he did not believe in spoiling children by humoring and flattering them.
From The Cave by the Beech Fork A Story of Kentucky?1815 by Spalding, Henry S.
"You are a greater rigorist than ever," chided she, smiling.
From The Progressionists, and Angela. by Bolanden, Conrad von
Nicole insisted that "true virtue" in the rigorist sense was necessary for salvation, but at the same time expounded the usefulness for society of behavior which theologically was "sinful."
From A Letter to Dion by Viner, Jacob
