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| scrupulous(close, complete, tough, exact) | |
| thorough(close, exact, certain, complex) | |
| meticulous(person, close, complete, tough) | |
| careful(close, complete, tough, fancy) | |
| punctilious(careful, precise, thorough, meticulous) | |
| conscientious(complete, exact, full, careful) | |
| fastidious(character, behavior, careful, precise) | |
| assiduous(activity, complete, energetic, vigorous) | |
| fussy(complex, careful, steady, precise) | |
| perfectionist(careful, thorough, scrupulous) | |
| diligent(activity, difficult, careful, precise) | |
| particular(close, complete, tough, exact) | |
| elaborate(close, complex, precise, involved) | |
| exact(complete, tough, fancy, certain) | |
| sedulous(activity, difficult, energetic, vigorous) | |
| exacting(careful, thorough, demanding, particular) | |
| precise(fancy, harsh, exact, certain) | |
| industrious(activity, difficult, energetic, vigorous) | |
| rigorous(harsh, rigid, honorable, reliable) | |
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