scrupulous (Meaning)
scrupulous (a)
having scruples; arising from a sense of right and wrong; principled
scrupulous (s)
characterized by extreme care and great effort
scrupulous (a.)
Full ofscrupules; inclined to scruple; nicely doubtful; hesitating to determine or to act, from a fear of offending or of doing wrong.
Careful; cautious; exact; nice; as, scrupulous abstinence from labor; scrupulous performance of duties.
Given to making objections; captious.
Liable to be doubted; doubtful; nice.
Synonyms & Antonyms of scrupulous
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- debased
- low
- corrupt
- villainous
- infamous
- dissolute
- degenerate
- mean
- atrocious
- unrighteous
- untrustworthy
- untrustworthy
- perverted
- dissolute
- debased
- low
- mean
- depraved
- villainous
- vicious
- unrighteous
- evil-minded
- perverted
- vicious
- depraved
- debauched
- evil-minded
- infamous
- atrocious
- degenerate
- debauched
- corrupt
FAQs About the word scrupulous
having scruples; arising from a sense of right and wrong; principled, characterized by extreme care and great effortFull ofscrupules; inclined to scruple; nicel
conscientious,honorable, honest, ethical, moral,responsible, conscionable, worthy, decent, just
unjust, immoral, dishonorable, immoral, unjust, unconscionable, bad, unprincipled, cutthroat, unethical
The scientist meticulously followed the scrupulous protocol, ensuring the accuracy of their findings.
The lawyer's scrupulous attention to detail uncovered a crucial piece of evidence that exonerated their client.
The accountant conducted a scrupulous audit, leaving no stone unturned in their search for irregularities.
The doctor possessed a scrupulous bedside manner, showing both empathy and professionalism.
