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meticulous attention
impeccable attention
fastidious attention
precise attention
intricate attention
diligent attention
meticulous research
assiduous research
thorough research
extensive research
painstaking research
scrupulous research
meticulous planning
careful planning
rigorous planning
elaborate planning
diligent planning
intricate planning

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How is the word meticulous different from other adjectives like it?

Some common synonyms of meticulous are careful, punctilious, and scrupulous. While all these words mean "showing close attention to detail," meticulous may imply either commendable extreme carefulness or a hampering finicky caution over small points.

meticulous scholarship

When can careful be used instead of meticulous?

The words careful and meticulous are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, careful implies attentiveness and cautiousness in avoiding mistakes.

a careful worker

When would punctilious be a good substitute for meticulous?

The meanings of punctilious and meticulous largely overlap; however, punctilious implies minute, even excessive attention to fine points.

punctilious observance of ritual

In what contexts can scrupulous take the place of meticulous?

In some situations, the words scrupulous and meticulous are roughly equivalent. However, scrupulous applies to what is proper or fitting or ethical.

scrupulous honesty

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of meticulosity
Adjective
Freja And Heaven Mayhem Team Up On Exclusive Collaboration Freja, renowned for its handmade vegan bags that fuse luxury with functionality, is celebrated for meticulous design and a steadfast commitment to cruelty-free practices. Essence, 23 May 2025 In the world of advanced logistics, Project Cargo represents one of the most complex and strategic disciplines, demanding not only meticulous organization but also profound engineering expertise. Umberto Cavallaro, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025 Hans Noë, an architect, sculptor and accidental restaurateur who was best known for his meticulous revival of one of New York City’s oldest bars, died on May 11 at his home in Garrison, N.Y. Will Heinrich, New York Times, 21 May 2025 Set in the 1870s, the production recreated the city of Vitoria’s old quarters with meticulous attention to historical accuracy, featuring Antonio de la Torre in a major starring role. Jamie Lang, Variety, 14 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for meticulosity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for meticulosity
Noun
  • When that connection fails, Peter quickly couples up with another guest, only to abandon her when his father gives him attention.
    Gary Levin, USA Today, 22 May 2025
  • This kind of deliberate, minimal engagement reduces Meta’s ability to monetize your attention, especially through ad impressions and data harvesting.
    Kwame Anthony Appiah, New York Times, 21 May 2025
Adjective
  • Many participants with conflicting ideologies also reported cohabiting peacefully for the most part, while being careful not to bring up divisive topics and focus on their similarities instead.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025
  • Watch out for slippery roads: Be extra careful during the first half hour after rain begins.
    Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 25 May 2025
Adjective
  • Hybrid tea roses are the classic case as continual new waves of flowers depend on conscientious removal of spent blooms.
    Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 24 May 2025
  • Mowery recently launched Azure Road, a new culinary, travel, and lifestyle publication for conscientious consumers.
    Lauren Mowery, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
Noun
  • Prior to joining the billion-dollar body care and fragrance brand, Paik held the role at Impossible Foods and Juul Labs, respectively.
    Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 27 May 2025
  • Enhancing patient services: The university will increase its community presence through a growing network of NSU Health clinics, allowing for more student training with hands-on patient care.
    Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 27 May 2025
Adjective
  • Soto should, of course, get a loving reception from the Bleacher Creatures on Friday night, no?
    Will Sammon, New York Times, 16 May 2025
  • Tina Knowles remembers growing up in a loving and raucous family of nine.
    Sara Sidner, CNN Money, 11 May 2025
Adjective
  • But the swift and diligent response to KJ's condition led to timely treatment.
    Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 16 May 2025
  • Hard work and diligent monitoring will spell success.
    Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 16 May 2025
Noun
  • Automating Tasks Agents should streamline tasks through effective automation—cutting down on manual work without sacrificing precision.
    Don Schuerman, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
  • For those who favor precision, Cook’s Country follows the assumption that a garlic clove weighs 5 grams and yields 1 teaspoon when minced.
    The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 May 2025
Noun
  • The ammonia concentration was still more than 100 times higher than the baseline, because the penguin guano left at the colony site still emitted the gas.
    Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 22 May 2025
  • What to Know Uranium enrichment increases the concentration of uranium-235, the isotope needed for nuclear energy or weapons.
    Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025

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“Meticulosity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meticulosity. Accessed 31 May. 2025.

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