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diligent
[ dil-i-juhnt ]
adjective
- constant in effort to accomplish something; attentive and persistent in doing anything:
a diligent student.
Synonyms: , ,
- done or pursued with persevering attention; painstaking:
a diligent search of the files.
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diligent
/ ˈɪɪəԳ /
adjective
- careful and persevering in carrying out tasks or duties
- carried out with care and perseverance
diligent work
Derived Forms
- ˈ徱Գٱ, adverb
Other Word Forms
- 徱··Գ· adverb
- 徱··Գ·Ա noun
- ԴDz·徱··Գ adjective
- ··徱··Գ adjective
- o·ver·徱··Գ·Ա noun
- ·徱··Գ adjective
- ܲ·徱··Գ adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of diligent1
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Example Sentences
A diligent student, he studied to be a chemist in college but decided instead to join the Jesuits, the highly intellectual order known for its focus on education and its engagement with gritty real-world situations.
Despite some prodding, Ramsey is a pro at steering the conversation clear of any spoilers and they were even more diligent than the showrunners.
Middleton believes that a by-product of coaches being more diligent with tackle technique is that the game becomes more entertaining to watch because of fewer stoppages to review high tackles.
He’s been able to stand up and take a few steps, doctors telling the family that he should be able to walk again in about two months if he remains diligent with his strengthening exercises.
"I think he's got some great ideas. He's very diligent, he's very tactical, he's good at communication and he loves being on the grass. He's a very, very good coach."
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