Duteously: meaning, definitions and examples
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duteously
[ ˈdjuːtiəsli ]
manner of behavior
Duteously describes an action performed with a sense of duty, obligation, or adherence to rules and expectations. It indicates a willingness to fulfill responsibilities or perform tasks as required. This term often carries a connotation of devotion or loyalty, suggesting that the action is done sincerely and with respect for authority or tradition.
Synonyms
faithfully, loyally, obediently.
Examples of usage
- She dutifully completed her assignments on time.
- He stood dutifully by his commander during the ceremony.
- The employees dutifully followed company protocols.
- They attended the meeting dutifully, despite their apathy.
Translations
Translations of the word "duteously" in other languages:
🇵🇹 com dever
🇮🇳 कर्तव्यपरायणता से
🇩🇪 pflichtbewusst
🇮🇩 dengan taat
🇺🇦 покірливо
🇵🇱 posłusznie
🇯🇵 忠実に (ちゅうじつに)
🇫🇷 avec dévouement
🇪🇸 con diligencia
🇹🇷 görev bilinciyle
🇰🇷 성실하게
🇸🇦 بجدية
🇨🇿 s povinností
🇸🇰 s povinnosťou
🇨🇳 尽责地 (jìn zé de)
🇸🇮 zvesto
🇮🇸 skyldur
🇰🇿 міндетті түрде
🇬🇪 მოვალეობის ისტორიით (movaleobisa istoriit)
🇦🇿 vəzifə borcu ilə
🇲🇽 con deber
Etymology
The word 'duteously' originates from the late Middle English term 'dutee,' which relates to the Old French 'deueté,' meaning duty or obligation. 'Deueté' itself has roots in the Latin 'debitus,' a past participle of 'debere,' meaning to owe. This etymological journey signifies the word's intrinsic connection to concepts of moral obligation and responsibility. Over time, 'duteously' evolved into its current form to describe actions taken out of recognized duty or responsibility, emphasizing the manner of undertaking tasks with respect and loyalty to an authority or tradition.