rigorous work

[ˈrɪɡərəs wɜrk]
noun phrasepl: rigorous works
trabalho rigoroso
1. work that is done with great care, precision, and attention to detail; thorough and demanding work that follows strict standards
The research team conducted rigorous work to ensure the accuracy of their findings.
A equipe de pesquisa realizou um trabalho rigoroso para garantir a precisão de seus resultados.
2. work characterized by strict adherence to high standards and systematic methodology
Her rigorous work in mathematics earned her recognition from the academic community.
Seu trabalho rigoroso em matemática lhe rendeu reconhecimento da comunidade acadêmica.
3. demanding and thorough work that requires careful examination and verification
Quality assurance requires rigorous work to identify any defects.
A garantia de qualidade requer trabalho rigoroso para identificar qualquer defeito.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'rigorous work' is highly valued in academic, scientific, and professional settings. In Brazil, there is particular emphasis on 'trabalho sério' (serious work) and 'trabalho de qualidade' (quality work), reflecting cultural values around dedication and excellence. In the USA, rigorous work is often associated with academic integrity and professional standards, particularly in STEM fields and research.
NYC Slang
solid work, tight work
Synonyms / Sinônimos
meticulous workthorough workcareful worksystematic workprecise workdemanding work
Antonyms / Antônimos
careless worksloppy worksuperficial worknegligent workcasual work

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
trabalho rigoroso
standard and widely used expression
São Paulo
trabalho rigoroso / trabalho de excelência
may also emphasize excellence and high standards
Rio de Janeiro
trabalho bem-feito com rigor
often emphasizes the quality of execution
Portugal
trabalho rigoroso / trabalho exigente
may also use 'exigente' to emphasize demanding nature

Related Words

rigormethodologyprecisiondiligencescrutinymeticulous

Related Idioms & Phrases

do one's work by the book
leave no stone unturned
dotting all the i's and crossing all the t's
trabalho de formiga (ant work - meticulous work in Portuguese)
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