1.
meticulous; thorough; minute; detailed
Describes work, planning, or investigation carried out with great care and attention to every detail, leaving nothing overlooked.
Usage
綿密 is a な-adjective used primarily in formal or professional contexts. It modifies nouns directly (綿密な計画) or is used adverbially with に (綿密に調べる).
Common collocations
- 綿密な計画 (meticulous plan)
- 綿密な調査 (thorough investigation)
- 綿密に打ち合わせる (to coordinate in detail)
- 綿密な分析 (detailed analysis)
Similar words
丁寧 means "careful" or "polite" and is broader in usage. 綿密 specifically emphasizes thoroughness and attention to fine detail, often in professional or academic work.