overscrupulous
[ oh-ver-skroo-pyuh-luhs ]
adjective
excessively scrupulous.
Origin of overscrupulous
1First recorded in 1590–1600; over- + scrupulous
Other words from overscrupulous
- o·ver·scru·pu·lous·ly, adverb
- o·ver·scru·pu·lous·ness, noun
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How to use overscrupulous in a sentence
If you are not quite certain of the line between neatness and the reverse, be over-scrupulous about your under garments.
The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness | Florence Hartley"I was far wrong indeed, when I taxed your Majesty with being over scrupulous," said the counsellor.
Quentin Durward | Sir Walter ScottHe is also charged with not being over scrupulous as to the means by which he acquired his intelligence.
The Revolt of The Netherlands, Complete | Friedrich SchillerIt struck her she had been over-scrupulous, weakly conscientious, in making confession and seeking absolution.
The History of Sir Richard Calmady | Lucas MaletWhen a rare and precious gem is in question, one must not be over-scrupulous about breaking open the casket.
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