Scrupulous
/ˈskruːpjələs/
Very careful to do what is right and to treat others fairly, like making sure everyone gets a turn in a game.
Examples
- The scrupulous student double-checked her math homework to ensure that every answer was correct before turning it in, knowing that even a small mistake could affect her grade.
- As a scrupulous member of the school newspaper, he always fact-checked his articles to make sure that the information was accurate and fair, which earned him the respect of his peers.
- During the science project, the scrupulous group made sure to follow all safety guidelines and conduct their experiments ethically, demonstrating their commitment to responsibility and careful research.
Synonyms
careful
honest
meticulous
principled
diligent
thorough
Antonyms
careless
dishonest
negligent
irresponsible
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