Diligence: meaning, definitions and examples

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diligence

 

[ ˈdɪlɪdʒəns ]

Context #1

hard work

careful and persistent work or effort. Diligence is a quality that is highly valued in many professions and tasks.

Synonyms

commitment, dedication, perseverance

Examples of usage

  • She showed great diligence in completing her project on time.
  • His diligence in studying for the exam paid off with a high score.
Context #2

attention to detail

attention to detail in one's work or tasks. Diligence involves being thorough and careful in all aspects of a task.

Synonyms

accuracy, meticulousness, thoroughness

Examples of usage

  • The artist's diligence in painting each tiny detail of the portrait was evident in the final masterpiece.
  • His diligence in checking and re-checking the calculations ensured accuracy in the report.

Translations

Translations of the word "diligence" in other languages:

🇵🇹 diligência

🇮🇳 परिश्रम

🇩🇪 Fleiß

🇮🇩 ketekunan

🇺🇦 старанність

🇵🇱 diligencja

🇯🇵 勤勉 (kinben)

🇫🇷 diligence

🇪🇸 diligencia

🇹🇷 dikkat

🇰🇷 근면 (geunmyeon)

🇸🇦 اجتهاد

🇨🇿 píle

🇸🇰 svedomitosť

🇨🇳 勤奋 (qínfèn)

🇸🇮 pridnost

🇮🇸 iðni

🇰🇿 ұқыптылық

🇬🇪 მოწესრიგება

🇦🇿 səylə

🇲🇽 diligencia

Word origin

The word 'diligence' comes from the Latin word 'diligentia', meaning 'care, attentiveness'. It entered the English language in the 14th century and has since been associated with hard work, attention to detail, and perseverance. Diligence is a virtue that is praised in various cultures and is seen as a key factor in achieving success.