diligently
1 antonym for diligently — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adverb — In a careful, hard-working way, with steady effort and attention.
Antonyms
How to use diligently
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
work diligently
study diligently
diligently pursue
Etymology
From "diligent" plus the adverb-forming suffix "-ly".
Full origin of diligently →Frequently asked questions
What does “diligently” mean?
The word “diligently” means in a careful, hard-working way, with steady effort and attention. In plain terms, doing something carefully and consistently, without cutting corners.
How do you pronounce “diligently”?
“Diligently” is pronounced DIH-lihjnt-lee (/ˈdɪləd͡ʒən(t)li/ in IPA).
How do you use “diligently” in a sentence?
Here is “diligently” used in a sentence: “She studied diligently every night before the exam.”
What part of speech is “diligently”?
“Diligently” is an adverb.
Is “diligently” a common word?
“Diligently” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.
