This is the 1778th most frequent Dutch word.
zorgvuldig
Careful; meticulous.
In this context, 'zorgvuldig' characterizes the investigation, stressing the need for it to be detailed and meticulous.
Een zorgvuldig onderzoek is nodig.
A thorough investigation is necessary.
Here, 'zorgvuldig' refers to the careful and deliberate preparation of the meal.
Ze bereidde de maaltijd zorgvuldig.
She prepared the meal carefully.
Here, 'zorgvuldig' describes the manner in which the tasks were completed, indicating attentiveness and precision.