Basic Details
Word: Conscientiously
Part of Speech: Adverb
Meaning: Doing something carefully and with a lot of effort, making sure it is done well.
Synonyms: Diligently, meticulously, carefully
Antonyms: Negligently, carelessly
Idioms and Phrases
- Burning the midnight oil: To work late into the night, especially to complete a task diligently. Example: "She was burning the midnight oil studying for her exams."
- Go the extra mile: To put in more effort than is expected to achieve something. Example: "The teacher always goes the extra mile to help her students understand the lessons."
Usage Examples
Example 1: He conscientiously finished his homework before watching television.
Example 2: The artist worked conscientiously to ensure every detail of the painting was perfect.
Example 3: She conscientiously helped her classmates understand the difficult subject during study time.
Fun Fact
The word "conscientiously" comes from the Latin word "conscientia," which means "knowledge within oneself." It reflects a sense of moral responsibility and awareness in one's actions.
Famous Quote
"Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out." Robert Collier
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "conscientiously" mean?
a) Carelessly
b) Thoughtlessly
c) Carefully and with effort
d) Quickly
Answer: c) Carefully and with effort
2. Which of these is a synonym of "conscientiously"?
a) Carelessly
b) Diligently
c) Hastily
d) Sloppily
Answer: b) Diligently
3. What is an antonym of "conscientiously"?
a) Carefully
b) Negligently
c) Meticulously
d) Diligently
Answer: b) Negligently
4. Which sentence uses "conscientiously" correctly?
a) She conscientiously ignored the instructions given.
b) He worked conscientiously on his project to make it the best.
c) The dog conscientiously barked through the night.
d) They conscientiously ran away from the problem.
Answer: b) He worked conscientiously on his project to make it the best.
5. Which idiom means to put in more effort than expected?
a) Burning the midnight oil
b) A dime a dozen
c) A piece of cake
d) To kill two birds with one stone
Answer: a) Burning the midnight oil
