English dictionary

diligence

/'d/I/l/I//dZ//@/ns/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

conscientiousness in paying proper attention to a task; giving the degree of care required in a given situation

noun.attribute

Source: WordNet 3.0
persevering determination to perform a task

noun.attribute

Examples
His diligence won him quick promotions.

Synonyms industriousness industry

Source: WordNet 3.0
a diligent effort

noun.act

Synonyms application

Source: WordNet 3.0
The quality of being diligent; carefulness; careful attention; -- the opposite of <i>negligence</i>.

noun

Source: webster1913
A four-wheeled public stagecoach, used in France.

noun

Source: webster1913