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diligence

/ diligence /
noun

Definitions & Examples

noun Sense 1
conscientiousness in paying proper attention to a task; giving the degree of care required in a given situation
Type of:
conscientiousness painstakingness
noun Sense 2
persevering determination to perform a task
"his diligence won him quick promotions"
"frugality and industry are still regarded as virtues"
Type of:
determination purpose
Kinds of:
assiduity assiduousness concentration sedulity sedulousness
noun Sense 3
a diligent effort
"it is a job requiring serious application"
Type of:
effort elbow grease exertion
Derived:
apply
Semantic Complexity
71%
Sense Count
3
Total Synonyms
0
Total Relationships
13
Times Searched
1
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conscientiousness painstakingness determination purpose assiduity assiduousness concentration sedulity sedulousness effort elbow grease exertion