Definition of "scrupulous" in Englisch

adjective

1. Exactly and carefully conducted.

2. Having scruples or compunctions.

3. Precise; exact or strict.

   • He is scrupulous in his finances.
   • He is a scrupulous businessman and always acts in the best interest of his company.

4. Wrongly feeling guilt or anxiety about one’s morality; suffering from scrupulosity.

   • Because I have a scrupulous conscience, I sometimes need to be reminded that not everything I do is sinful.