Definition

Noun: * Strict attention to minute details: The quality of being very careful to behave correctly or to follow rules and formalities precisely. It implies a meticulous, sometimes excessive, concern for details and proper procedure.

Usage

• Punctiliousness is a formal noun used to describe a person's character or the manner in which a task is performed. It often carries a neutral or slightly critical tone, suggesting that the attention to detail may be overly formal or fussy.
• It is typically used with verbs like , , , or .
• Example:

Examples

• The ambassador's punctiliousness in observing diplomatic protocol was noted by all the guests.
• Her punctiliousness in citing every source made her research paper impeccable.
• While his punctiliousness ensured accuracy, it sometimes slowed down the team's progress.

Advanced Usage

• With a punctiliousness that...: Used to emphasize the extent or nature of the meticulousness.
  • He arranged the documents on his desk with a punctiliousness that bordered on obsession.

Variants and Related Words

• Punctilious (adjective): Showing great attention to detail or correct behavior.
  • He was punctilious in his manners.
• Punctilio (noun, rare): A fine point of etiquette or a minute detail of procedure.
  • He insisted on observing every punctilio.

Synonyms

• Meticulousness
• Scrupulousness
• Fastidiousness
• Conscientiousness
• Precision

Antonyms

• Carelessness
• Negligence
• Slackness
• Inattention

Noun

1. strict attention to minute details