adjective

dutiful

dutiful, conscientious, obedient

She was a dutiful daughter to her parents.

She was a dutiful daughter to her parents.

He made a dutiful visit to his aunt.

He made a dutiful visit to his aunt.

((dutiful)) ((to sb.)) to be dutiful to someone She was a dutiful daughter to her parents.

Synonyms: conscientious, obedient, respectful; Antonyms: disobedient, neglectful

From 'duty' + '-ful' (full of). Literally 'full of duty'.

Imagine a soldier who is 'full of duty,' always following orders carefully.

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