Punctilious
(adjective)
Very careful and precise in one's actions and habits; meticulous, diligent.
Origin:
From latin punctilious, from punctum "point, detail".
Examples:
- The punctilious lawyer made sure every detail of the contract was correct.
- She was known for her punctilious attention to detail in her work.
- The punctilious accountant wouldn't sign off on the report until every number was correct.
- He was punctilious in his personal grooming, always making sure his hair and clothes were perfect.
- The punctilious chef followed the recipe exactly, not allowing for any deviations.