Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
martinet
noun
/ˌmɑːr.tɪˈnɛt/
Definition
A strict disciplinarian, especially in education or military settings.
Examples
- During training, the instructor was known to be a real martinet who enforced every rule with an iron fist.
- The school principal was a martinet, ensuring that all students adhered strictly to the dress code.
Meaning
The term refers to a person who demands absolute adherence to rules and procedures, often to an excessive degree.
Synonyms
- disciplinarian
- stickler
- taskmaster
