Definition

Describing someone or something that is very strict, severe, or uncompromising in their judgments or rules.

Example

The teacher was known for her rhadamanthine approach to discipline, ensuring that all students followed the rules without exception.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new teacher?

Yeah, I heard they have a pretty rhadamanthine approach to grading.

That sounds intense! I wonder how that will affect the students.

Probably a lot, but some might actually appreciate the fairness.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rhadamanthine → It is derived from 'Rhadamanthus' (from Greek 'Ραδάμανθυς', meaning a judge of the dead in Greek mythology) and the suffix '-ine' (meaning pertaining to). The word 'rhadamanthine' refers to something that is strict or just, like the judgments of Rhadamanthus.

Memory Tip

Think of Rhadamanthus, the mythological judge, who is known for his strictness and fairness — this helps you remember that 'rhadamanthine' means strict or just.

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