painstaking Meaning, Definition & Usage
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adjective satellite characterized by extreme care and great effort
scrupulous; conscientious.
- conscientious application to the work at hand
- painstaking research
- scrupulous attention to details
WordNet
Pains"tak`ing adjective
Definitions
Careful in doing; diligent; faithful; attentive. "Painstaking men." Harris.
Pains"tak`ing noun
Definitions
The act of taking pains; carefulness and fidelity in performance. Beau. & Fl.