PAINSTAKINGLY

painstakingly, fastidiously

(adverb) in a fastidious and painstaking manner; “it is almost a waste of time painstakingly to learn the routines of selling”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adverb

painstakingly (comparative more painstakingly, superlative most painstakingly)

In a painstaking manner; very slowly and carefully.

Source: Wiktionary


PAINSTAKING

Pains"tak`ing, a.

Definition: Careful in doing; diligent; faithful; attentive. "Painstaking men." Harris.

Pains"tak`ing, n.

Definition: The act of taking pains; carefulness and fidelity in performance. Beau. & Fl.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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