CEFR B1

dutifully

adverb

Meaning

In a way that shows a strong sense of duty and obedience to rules or a person in authority.

Examples

She dutifully completed all her assigned tasks before the deadline.
The children dutifully ate their vegetables, even the ones they disliked.

Synonyms: obediently, conscientiously, faithfully, assiduously

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dutifully (B1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈdʒuːtɪfəli/

Definition

In a way that shows a strong sense of duty and obedience to rules or a person in authority.

Examples

She dutifully completed all her assigned tasks before the deadline.
The children dutifully ate their vegetables, even the ones they disliked.
He dutifully reported for work every day, even when he felt unwell.

How to Use dutifully

dutifully + verb (collocation): Performing an action in a way that shows a strong sense of duty. — "He dutifully followed the instructions."

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