diligence
DIH-lihd-zhuhns
Diligence (noun) means Careful, steady, and hard-working effort applied to a task. Example: “Her diligence in studying paid off with top grades.”
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Careful, steady, and hard-working effort applied to a task.
"Her diligence in studying paid off with top grades."
"The auditors praised the team’s diligence in checking every record."
How to use diligence
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSteady, careful hard work and attention to detail.
Common pairings
due diligence
with diligence
diligence and care
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- Plural
- diligences
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Etymology
Borrowed from French diligence, from Latin diligentia.
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What does “diligence” mean?
The word “diligence” means careful, steady, and hard-working effort applied to a task. In plain terms, steady, careful hard work and attention to detail.
How do you pronounce “diligence”?
“Diligence” is pronounced DIH-lihd-zhuhns (/ˈdɪlɪd͡ʒəns/ in IPA).
How do you use “diligence” in a sentence?
Here is “diligence” used in a sentence: “Her diligence in studying paid off with top grades.”
What is another word for “diligence”?
Words with a similar meaning to “diligence” include worksomeness.
What part of speech is “diligence”?
“Diligence” is a noun.
Where does the word “diligence” come from?
The word “diligence” comes from Latin. Borrowed from French diligence, from Latin diligentia.
Is “diligence” a common word?
“Diligence” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
