ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Rigor

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈɹɪɡɚ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Rigor is a noun meaning US spelling of rigour.

Meaning

US spelling of rigour.

More Meanings

  1. (physiology, informal) Ellipsis of rigor mortis.

Example Sentences

Heat always upped the rate at which rigor gripped a corpse.

Word Forms

Synonyms for rigor

Depending on context, synonyms include asperity, rigour, validity, cogency, severity, hardship.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include rigorousness, rigour, severity, hardship, asperity, grimness.

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