diligence
word
Definition
Diligence means working hard and being careful and persistent in doing a task or job.
Usage & Nuances
"Diligence" is formal and often used in academic, business, or legal contexts ("due diligence"). Typical collocations: "show diligence", "work with diligence". It's different from "hard work" by emphasizing carefulness and persistence, not just effort.
Spanish: diligencia - esmeroPortuguese (BR): diligência - empenhoPortuguese (PT): diligência - empenhoChinese (Simplified): 勤奋 - 勤勉Chinese (Traditional): 勤奮 - 勤勉Hindi: परिश्रम - लगनArabic: اجتهاد - مثابرة
Example Sentences
She finished her homework with great diligence.
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Diligence is important for success.
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His diligence impressed the teacher.
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If you show consistent diligence, you'll see results.
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They hired her because of her attention to detail and diligence.
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You need a little more diligence if you want to get ahead.
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