overscrupulous in a sentence
a.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
Definition
Overscrupulous: excessively attentive to detail and accuracy, often to the point of causing delays or frustration.
Sample Sentences
- Her overscrupulous attention to detail often slowed down the project, but it ensured nothing was overlooked.
- The accountant's overscrupulous nature led to thorough audits, but sometimes frustrated his less meticulous colleagues.
- While being overscrupulous can be a virtue in some situations, it may also lead to unnecessary stress and perfectionism.
- The overscrupulous editor combed through every line, ensuring there were no typos or inconsistencies in the manuscript.
- His overscrupulous adherence to the rules made him a respected figure, yet it also isolated him from more easygoing peers.