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scrupulous
adjective
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Definition of scrupulous:

scrupulous (adjective):
characterized by extreme care and great effort.
taking great care to do what is fair, honest, or morally right
having moral integrity acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper

Synonyms for scrupulous:

honestethicaluprightresponsibleworthygooddecentrespectfulcarefuljust
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Antonyms for scrupulous:

dissipatedhorrifyingroguishincorrectunresponsiveschemingdetestablebadunchasteelusive
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