Dutifully: meaning, definitions and examples

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dutifully

 

[ ˈdjuːtɪfəli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

work ethic

In a dutiful manner; conscientiously and obediently fulfilling one's duties.

Synonyms

conscientiously, faithfully, obediently

Examples of usage

  • She dutifully completed all of her assigned tasks before leaving for the day.
  • The employee dutifully followed the company's policies and procedures.
Context #2 | Adverb

respect

In a way that shows respect or obedience.

Synonyms

loyally, obediently, respectfully

Examples of usage

  • He dutifully stood up when the judge entered the room.
  • She dutifully listened to her grandfather's stories.

Translations

Translations of the word "dutifully" in other languages:

🇵🇹 conscientemente

🇮🇳 कर्तव्यपरायणता से

🇩🇪 pflichtbewusst

🇮🇩 dengan penuh tanggung jawab

🇺🇦 відповідально

🇵🇱 sumiennie

🇯🇵 忠実に (chūjitsu ni)

🇫🇷 consciencieusement

🇪🇸 con diligencia

🇹🇷 görev bilinciyle

🇰🇷 성실하게 (seongsilhage)

🇸🇦 باجتهاد

🇨🇿 svědomitě

🇸🇰 svedomito

🇨🇳 尽职尽责地 (jìnzhí jìnzé de)

🇸🇮 vestno

🇮🇸 samviskusamlega

🇰🇿 жауапкершілікпен

🇬🇪 პასუხისმგებლობით (pasukhismgeblobit)

🇦🇿 vicdanla

🇲🇽 con diligencia

Etymology

The word 'dutifully' is derived from the adjective 'dutiful,' which dates back to the 16th century. It combines the word 'duty' with the suffix '-ful,' meaning 'full of.' The concept of duty has been an important aspect of human society for centuries, with individuals expected to fulfill their obligations and responsibilities. 'Dutifully' is a word that emphasizes the idea of fulfilling duties with obedience and respect.

See also: duties.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,318, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.