adjective

scrupulous

/ˈskruːpjələs/ · say it: SKROO·pyuh·luhs

diligent, thorough, and careful about doing right

In Sophisticated Everyday

careful to do what is right

In Personality & Character

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1. (adjective) very careful and precise, paying close attention to details and doing things correctly

2. (adjective) honest and having strong moral principles; careful to do what is right

Examples

1. The accountant was scrupulous in recording every expense.
2. She was scrupulous about always telling the truth.

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scrupulous

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