Meaning & use
scrupulously
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In a way that shows extreme care, thoroughness, and attention to moral or procedural correctness.
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The accountant kept scrupulously accurate records of every transaction.
She scrupulously avoided any topic that might upset her grieving friend.
A note on using this word
Often paired with words like 'honest,' 'clean,' or 'accurate' to stress an almost exaggerated level of care.
Words with a similar meaning
meticulouslyconscientiously
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Words with an opposite meaning
carelesslynegligently
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