Which adjective describes someone extremely careful and precise?

• A. Obdurate
• B. Obsequious
• C. Meticulous
• D. Ostentatious

Answer: (C)

Meticulous describes someone who is extremely careful and precise, paying close attention to every detail and making sure things are done correctly. This word fits a person who doubles checks work, follows steps exactly, and strives for thorough accuracy.

The other terms point to different traits: being obdurate means stubborn and inflexible, not about carefulness; obsequious means overly eager to please in a servile way; ostentatious means showy or flashy. None of those convey the careful, detail-focused sense that meticulous does.

For example, a meticulous editor notices and corrects even tiny punctuation and formatting errors, ensuring the final draft is flawless.