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Synonyms & Similar Words
meticulous
thorough
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Meaning of Painstaking
The primary meaning of the word "painstaking" refers to showing great care and attention to detail.
Definitions
- Showing great care and attention to detail, often to the point of being very slow and thorough
- * Done with great care and attention to detail, often taking a lot of time and effort
Etymology of Painstaking
The word "painstaking" has its roots in the 15th century, derived from the words "pain" and "taking", where "pain" is an old word for effort or labor, and "taking" means taking care or trouble
Historically, the term was used to describe activities that required great effort, diligence, and attention to detail
Example Uses
- The artist was painstaking in her preparation for the exhibition, ensuring every detail was perfect
- * The researcher spent months on the painstaking task of collecting and analyzing data
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
careless
negligent
lax
sloppy
hasty
hurried
cursory
superficial
perfunctory
lackadaisical
indifferent
apathetic
lazy
idle
lethargic
remiss
slack
lackluster
unenthusiastic
uninterested
halfhearted
cavalier
casual
offhand