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   Dil·i·gence

   /ˈdiləj(ə)ns/

   

   noun

   • 1. careful and persistent work or effort: "few party members challenge his diligence as an MP"

   Word Origin Middle English (in the sense ‘close attention, caution’): via Old French from Latin diligentia, from diligent- ‘assiduous’ (see diligent).

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   The meaning of DILIGENCE is steady, earnest, and energetic effort : devoted and painstaking work and application to accomplish an undertaking : assiduity. How to use diligence in a sentence.

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   Diligence definition: constant and earnest effort to accomplish what is undertaken; persistent exertion of body or mind.. See examples of DILIGENCE used in a sentence.

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   DILIGENCE meaning: 1. the quality of working carefully and with a lot of effort: 2. the quality of working carefully…. Learn more.

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   noun. conscientiousness in paying proper attention to a task; giving the degree of care required in a given situation. see more. noun. persevering determination to perform a task. “his diligence won him quick promotions”. synonyms: industriousness, industry. see more.

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   DILIGENCE definition: 1. the quality of working carefully and with a lot of effort: 2. the quality of working carefully…. Learn more.

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   The meaning of DILIGENT is characterized by steady, earnest, and energetic effort : painstaking. How to use diligent in a sentence. Did you know? Synonym Discussion of Diligent.

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   diligence in American English. (ˈdɪlɪdʒəns) noun. 1. constant and earnest effort to accomplish what is undertaken; persistent exertion of body or mind. 2. Law. the degree of care and caution required by the circumstances of a person. 3. obsolete.

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   Sep 9, 2024 · diligence (countable and uncountable, plural diligences) Steady application; industry; careful work involving long-term effort. The qualities of a hard worker, including conscientiousness, determination, and perseverance. Carefulness, in particular, the necessary care appropriate to a particular task or responsibility.

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    Definition of diligence noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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    Define diligence. diligence synonyms, diligence pronunciation, diligence translation, English dictionary definition of diligence. n. 1. Earnest and persistent application to an undertaking; steady effort; assiduity. 2. Attentive care; heedfulness. n. A large stagecoach. American...