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conscientiously

/ˌkɑːn.ʃiˈen.ʃəs.li/
con · scien · tious · ly
Adjective:conscientious
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• adverb

1

In a thorough, diligent, and careful manner, with great attention to detail and duty.

Example

"The lab technician conscientiously recorded every temperature fluctuation throughout the experiment."

2

In accordance with one's moral sense of right and wrong; governed by conscience.

Example

"Several citizens conscientiously objected to participating in the program on ethical grounds."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'conscientiously' (meaning thoroughly, dutifully, or in accordance with one's moral conscience) with 'consciously' (meaning with deliberate awareness or intention).

• Rhymes for conscientiously

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the early 17th century from 'conscientious' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly', ultimately tracing back through Medieval Latin 'conscientiosus' to Latin 'conscientia' ('joint knowledge, moral sense'), from 'con-' ('with') and 'scire' ('to know').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Conscientiously. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/conscientiously
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