1. people who strictly adhere to or demand exact conformity to rules, principles, or standards
Usage: plural form of rigorist

Examples

• The rigorists in the organization opposed any changes to the traditional procedures.
• Academic rigorists insisted that all research follow the established methodology exactly.
• The committee was split between rigorists who wanted strict enforcement and moderates who preferred flexibility.
• Religious rigorists demanded complete adherence to every doctrinal requirement.
• The rigorists argued that even minor deviations from the rules would set a dangerous precedent.
• Some viewed the new teachers as rigorists because of their inflexible grading policies.