Definition

The quality of being very careful and precise in doing something, paying great attention to detail.

Example

Her meticulosity in organizing the event ensured that everything went smoothly.

Conversation

I really admire your meticulosity when it comes to planning events.

Thanks! I believe it helps everything go smoothly.

Yeah, I could use a bit of that meticulosity in my own life.

It's definitely worth it — the details make a big difference!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Meticulosity is derived from "meticulosus" (meaning fearful or timid) in Latin, which comes from "metus" (meaning fear) and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word describes the quality of being excessively careful or fearful about details.

Memory Tip

Think of 'fear' ('metus') leading to a state of being overly careful or meticulous — that's what meticulosity means.

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