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conscientiously vs consciously
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| conscientiouslyadverb/ˌkɑːn.ʃiˈen.ʃəs.li/ | Meaning in a careful and honest way, paying close attention to doing a job properly | Goes with work conscientiously | Example He conscientiously followed the safety rules, even when nobody was watching. |
| consciouslyadverb/ˈkɑːn.ʃəs.li/ | Meaning In a way that you know about and do on purpose. | Goes with — | Example She consciously avoided talking about work during dinner. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
They follow the company rules.