diligent
1 synonym and 1 antonym for diligent, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Working with steady, careful effort; hard-working and thorough.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
persevering
Antonyms
How to use diligent
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
diligent worker
diligent effort
diligent student
Etymology
From Old French diligent, from Latin diligens, "careful, attentive" — literally "choosing carefully," from legere, "to choose."
Full origin of diligent →Frequently asked questions
What does “diligent” mean?
The word “diligent” means working with steady, careful effort; hard-working and thorough. In plain terms, hard-working, careful, and thorough in what you do.
How do you pronounce “diligent”?
“Diligent” is pronounced DIH-lihd-zhuhnt (/ˈdɪlɪdʒənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “diligent” in a sentence?
Here is “diligent” used in a sentence: “She’s a diligent student who never misses an assignment.”
What part of speech is “diligent”?
“Diligent” is an adjective.
Where does the word “diligent” come from?
The word “diligent” comes from Latin. From Old French diligent, from Latin diligens, "careful, attentive" — literally "choosing carefully," from legere, "to choose.".
Is “diligent” a common word?
“Diligent” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
