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."

Synonyms of dutifully

Words with a similar meaning to dutifully:

• obediently
• conscientiously
• faithfully
• assiduously

Antonyms of dutifully

Words with the opposite meaning to dutifully:

• negligently
• disobediently

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