Definition

Noun: 1. The quality of being dutiful; a conscientious sense of duty and a willingness to fulfill obligations. It describes the state or characteristic of someone who is obedient, respectful, and attentive to their responsibilities, often out of a sense of moral or social obligation.

Usage

Dutifulness is an abstract noun used to describe a person's character or behavior. It often implies a sense of respect for authority, adherence to rules, and a reliable commitment to fulfilling one's duties, whether they are familial, social, or professional.

Examples

• The soldier's dutifulness was recognized by his commanding officer.
• Her dutifulness towards her aging parents was admired by everyone in the community.
• He performed the task with quiet dutifulness, even though he found it tedious.

Advanced Usage

• "Filial dutifulness": A specific term referring to the respect, obedience, and care that a child is expected to show towards their parents.
  • In many cultures, filial dutifulness is considered a fundamental virtue.

Variants and Related Words

• Dutiful (adjective): Having or showing a sense of duty.
  • He was a dutiful son who visited his parents every week.
• Duteous (adjective, formal/literary): Another word for dutiful.
• Duty (noun): A moral or legal obligation; a task or action one is required to perform.

Synonyms

• Conscientiousness
• Obedience
• Devotion (to duty)
• Deference
• Respectfulness

Antonyms

• Negligence
• Disobedience
• Irresponsibility
• Dereliction (of duty)

Noun

1. piety by virtue of devotion to duty