When it comes to presenting written materials, the quality of the work is often gauged by how well it has been carefully edited. However, it's not always easy to come up with other ways to describe meticulous attention to detail when revising a text. Thankfully, there are a number of synonyms that can be used in place of the term "carefully edited". For instance, the work may have been scrutinized, combed over, gone over with a fine-tooth comb, revised with a sharp eye, or meticulously combed. No matter how you choose to say it, careful editing is an essential part of producing high-quality written work.