GRE Word List

METICULOUS

marked by extreme or excessive care in the consideration or treatment of details

The meaning of the word meticulous is marked by extreme or excessive care in the consideration or treatment of details.

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perforateto make a hole through
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contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
fluxa flowing of fluid from the body: such as
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