Meticulousness: meaning, definitions and examples

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meticulousness

 

[ məˌtɪkjəˈləsnəs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

attention to detail

The quality of being meticulous; precision and thoroughness in actions and work.

Synonyms

accuracy, precision, thoroughness.

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Word Description / Examples
meticulousness

Used when referring to extreme attention to detail and careful planning, often in contexts like art, design, and quality control.

  • Her meticulousness in organizing the event ensured everything went smoothly
  • The artist's meticulousness is evident in the intricate details of the painting
precision

Best used when referring to an exact match or performance, often in technical, scientific, or medical contexts.

  • The precision of the instrument is vital for performing such delicate surgeries
  • Her precision in typing ensures no errors in the final document
thoroughness

Refers to the completeness and detail-oriented approach, typically in contexts like research, investigations, and project planning.

  • The thoroughness of his research impressed the entire committee
  • The mechanic's thoroughness in examining the car ensured it was safe to drive
accuracy

Applied in contexts where correctness and exactness are important, such as calculations, measurements, and reporting data.

  • The accuracy of the data is crucial for the success of the experiment
  • His accuracy in shooting made him the best player on the team

Examples of usage

  • She approached the task with meticulousness, checking every detail twice.
  • His meticulousness in handling the delicate equipment ensured its proper functioning.
  • The success of the project was attributed to the team's meticulousness in planning and execution.

Translations

Translations of the word "meticulousness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 meticulosidade

🇮🇳 सावधानी

🇩🇪 Akribie

🇮🇩 ketelitian

🇺🇦 ретельність

🇵🇱 drobiazgowość

🇯🇵 綿密さ

🇫🇷 méticulosité

🇪🇸 meticulosidad

🇹🇷 titizlik

🇰🇷 세심함

🇸🇦 الدقة

🇨🇿 pečlivost

🇸🇰 dôkladnosť

🇨🇳 一丝不苟

🇸🇮 natančnost

🇮🇸 nákvæmni

🇰🇿 мұқияттылық

🇬🇪 სიფრთხილე

🇦🇿 dəqiqlik

🇲🇽 meticulosidad

Etymology

The word 'meticulousness' originated from the Latin word 'meticulosus', meaning fearful or timid. Over time, the meaning evolved to denote careful attention to detail and precision. The term gained popularity in the English language in the early 19th century, highlighting the importance of being meticulous in various endeavors.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,710, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.