scrupolosamente

scrupulously, meticulously

adverb skroo-poh-LOH-zah-men-teh Rare

Usage Note

Scrupolosamente derives from scrupoloso ('scrupulous') and indicates strict adherence to rules, ethics, or precision. Ha rispettato scrupolosamente le istruzioni means 'he followed the instructions to the letter.' It is formal and typically used in administrative, legal, or journalistic writing.

Examples

"Ha seguito scrupolosamente le istruzioni del medico."

Natural Translation

She followed the doctor's instructions scrupulously.

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