conscientious

Meaning

Wishing to do what is right, especially to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly.

Being careful and attentive when fulfilling work or responsibilities, showing diligence and responsibility.

Example Sentences

A conscientious worker always delivers high-quality results.

She is a conscientious worker who always meets deadlines.

He is a conscientious employee who always meets deadlines.

Synonyms

responsible, honest, hardworking, diligent, careful, meticulous, reliable

Entry 1

responsible, honest, hardworking

Entry 2

diligent, careful, responsible

Entry 3

diligent, careful, meticulous, responsible, reliable

Antonyms

careless, irresponsible, neglectful, negligent

Entry 1

careless, irresponsible, neglectful

Entry 2

careless, negligent, irresponsible

Entry 3

careless, negligent, irresponsible

Collocations

conscientious effort, conscientious student, conscientious worker