scrupulous

Definition

Exactly and carefully conducted.

Etymology

From Middle French scrupuleux, from Latin scrupulosus.

Example Sentences

• "Come on! You have got to admire their dedication to the rules! These two men are so scrupulous, they would sit at a broken red traffic light for six hours in the middle of the night. “Hey, red is red! We live in a civilized society! Red is red! We stay!”"
• "He is scrupulous in his finances."
• "He is a scrupulous businessman and always acts in the best interest of his company."