meticulous
/məˈtɪkjələs/
CEFR level C1Topic WorkWord #5699 in the learning path
一丝不苟的；细致的
Definitions
adj. Extremely careful and attentive to every small detail.
一丝不苟的；细致的
Example
He made meticulous notes while repairing the old clock.
他修理旧钟时做了细致的记录。
Meticulous planning is essential when researchers conduct experiments involving complex equipment and sensitive environmental measurements.
研究人员开展涉及复杂设备和精密环境测量的实验时，周密规划至关重要。
Collocations
- meticulous attention to detail
- meticulous planning
- meticulous records
Word family
- meticulously (adv.)
- meticulousness (n.)
Synonyms
- thorough
- painstaking
- careful
Antonyms
- careless
- sloppy
Usage tip
通常是褒义，强调认真关注每个细节。
FAQ
- What does meticulous mean?
- Extremely careful and attentive to every small detail.
- How is meticulous pronounced?
- UK /məˈtɪkjələs/, US /məˈtɪkjələs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
