Conscientious vs Conscienous
Understand why "conscienous" is wrong.
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conscienous
Incorrect spelling - ""Conscienous"" omits letters.
"conscienous" is a common misspelling of "conscientious". Always use "conscientious" when referring to the correct word.
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conscientious
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Conscientious" shows moral responsibility.
Definition of conscientious
"conscientious": "Conscientious" shows moral responsibility.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for conscientious
- • principled
- • ethical
Usage Examples
"Correct:" A conscientious decision.
"Incorrect:" A conscienous decision.
Notes:
- • Spelling includes 'tious'.
- • Missing 'ti'.
- • Long adjective.
- • Frequently misspelled.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Conscientious.
Q: Is conscienous correct?
A: No.
Q: Meaning?
A: Ethical.
Q: Root word?
A: Conscience.
Summary
Conscientious is spelled with science in the middle. Conscienous drops necessary letters and is incorrect.