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Scrupu­lous

[SKROO-pyuh-luhs]

Scrupulous scruples the cat
Hint 1.

The suffix -ous, indictates “possessing, or full of,” and scrupulous accordingly means full of scruples.

Hint 2. Sentence to give context:

“When hiring an accountant, you’re ideally looking for a scrupulous person who’ll take seriously all aspects of each task.”

Which is the best definition of scrupulous?

A.

Inflexibly maintained and adhered to


B.

Receptive or dependable to others


C.

Unprincipled and lacking in integrity


D.

Principled or highly conscientious


Hint 1.

The suffix -ous, indictates “possessing, or full of,” and scrupulous accordingly means full of scruples.

Hint 2. Sentence to give context:

“When hiring an accountant, you’re ideally looking for a scrupulous person who’ll take seriously all aspects of each task.”

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