conscientiousness
noun/ˌkɑnʃiˈɛnʃəsnəs/
Frequency rank: #19,511 most common English word
Meaning
the quality of being thorough, careful, and diligent in one's work or duties.
Example sentence
Her conscientiousness at work was evident in the careful attention she gave to every task.
Synonyms & related words
- diligence
- thoroughness
- carefulness
- dedication
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