meticulous note

[mə-ˈti-kyə-ləs ˈnoʊt]
noun phrasepl: meticulous notes
anotação meticulosa
1. A detailed, careful, and precise written record or annotation showing extreme attention to detail and accuracy
The researcher kept meticulous notes throughout the entire experiment to ensure accuracy.
O pesquisador manteve anotações meticulosas durante todo o experimento para garantir precisão.
2. A carefully written document or record that demonstrates thoroughness and precision in documenting information
The lawyer's meticulous notes on the case proved invaluable during the trial.
As anotações meticulosas do advogado sobre o caso foram inestimáveis durante o julgamento.
In both American and Brazilian professional contexts, 'meticulous notes' are highly valued in academic, legal, scientific, and business settings. This phrase reflects a cultural emphasis on precision, accountability, and thorough documentation. In Brazil, this concept is particularly important in legal proceedings and academic research, where detailed documentation is essential for credibility.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
detailed notecareful documentationprecise recordthorough notationscrupulous note
Antonyms / Antônimos
careless notesloppy notehasty notevague notationnegligent record

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
anotação meticulosa
Standard usage across all regions of Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
anotação minuciosa
Alternative term more commonly used in carioca speech
São Paulo
anotação cuidadosa e detalhada
More descriptive phrasing common in formal business contexts
Portugal
anotação minuciosa
Preferred term in European Portuguese; 'meticulosa' also acceptable

Related Words

documentationannotationrecord-keepingprecisionattention to detailthoroughness

Related Idioms & Phrases

take meticulous notes
keep meticulous notes on something
leave meticulous notes
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