conscientiousness

Definitions of conscientiousness
  1. noun
    the trait of being painstaking and careful
    synonyms: painstakingness
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    unconscientiousness
    the trait of not being painstaking or careful
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    meticulosity, meticulousness, punctiliousness, scrupulousness
    strict attention to minute details
    thoroughness
    conscientiousness in performing all aspects of a task
    diligence
    conscientiousness in paying proper attention to a task; giving the degree of care required in a given situation
    strictness, stringency
    conscientious attention to rules and details
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    carefulness
    the quality of being careful and painstaking
  2. noun
    the quality of being in accord with the dictates of conscience
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    unconscientiousness
    the quality of being willing to ignore the dictates of conscience
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    religiousness
    the quality of being extremely conscientious
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    conscience
    conformity to one's own sense of right conduct
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