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punctilious

1 synonym and 4 antonyms for punctilious, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adj — Very careful about small details, especially rules or correct behaviour.

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Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

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1. adj

Very careful about small details, especially rules or correct behaviour.

“He was punctilious. According to those who worked with him, even his paperwork was the best they'd seen.”

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2. adj

Extremely exact and careful, sometimes overly fussy.

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