strictHer parents were very strict.
firmI was always very firm with my children.
take a hard line onThe school takes a hard line on bullying.
authoritariandisapprovingThe country was under the rule of an authoritarian leader.
stringentStringent safety regulations were introduced after the accident.
toughWe need tough new measures to combat crime.
draconianformalHe criticized the draconian measures used by the police in controlling the demonstrators.