punctiliousness

noun

Definition of punctiliousnessnext
as in responsibility

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Recent Examples of punctiliousness Censori has the punctiliousness of a Capricorn—her birthday is January 5—but her moon speaks to her artistic, sensitive side. — Anna Peele, Vanity Fair, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for punctiliousness
  1. responsibility
  2. watchfulness
  3. vigilance
  4. alertness
  5. mindfulness
  6. effort
  7. concentration
Noun
  • Before Wilson went out, Buzelis played extensive minutes with these secondary groups, which afforded him greater on-ball privileges (and responsibilities) to create on the offensive end of the ball.
    — Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Employees experiencing grief, illness or other difficult personal circumstances may struggle to balance their emotional needs with professional responsibilities.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of responsibility
Noun
  • Hechinger, all raw nerve and watchfulness, announces himself as a star.
    — Clayton Davis, Variety, 5 Sep. 2026
  • The multiple heads can be said to represent divine watchfulness of the world and devotees.
    — Charles Preston, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of watchfulness
Noun
  • When more of us live off taxes than pay them, vigilance against fraud softens.
    — Letters to the Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Nov. 2026
  • This undercurrent of fear and vigilance has swelled beyond the student body in recent weeks.
    — Allie Volpe, Vox, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of vigilance
Noun
  • In one effort to better understand what's going on, scientists are learning how specialized cells in our eyes turn the blue wavelength part of the light spectrum into neural signals affecting mood and alertness.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Caffeine pouches have a variety of nicknames Caffeine is a stimulant that increases alertness, energy and brain activity.
    — Cheyanne Mumphrey, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of alertness
Noun
  • Then, throughout the month of December, Holiday Wellness & Joy programs follow with activities encouraging warmth, light, and mindful creation with restorative spa treatments, movement, mindfulness, and healthy cuisine.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Isaac Treves, a postdoctoral research fellow at Columbia University who studies neuroimaging, mindfulness and resilience, is particularly skeptical of consumer neurofeedback devices such as Muse.
    — Amy O’Brien, Vogue, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of mindfulness
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  • Eco effort The property holds Green Key certification and runs initiatives such as rainwater collection for irrigation, reduction of single-use plastics, composting partnerships, and sustainable sourcing of food and beverages.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Chicago builds quantum hub The arrival of System Two is part of a broader effort to position Illinois as a center for quantum technology and microelectronics.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of effort
Noun
  • The active ingredient — 2 percent salicylic acid (which is the strongest concentration that can be in an over-the-counter product) — is encapsulated and released slowly over time, preventing the area from drying up.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Investors have rewarded this concentration of authority, while boards have all too frequently accommodated it.
    — Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of concentration

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“Punctiliousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/punctiliousness. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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