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diligence

di·li·gence

US/ˈdɪlɪd͡ʒəns/ uncommon

noun

1.
2.

persevering determination to perform a task

  • “his diligence won him quick promotions”
  • “frugality and industry are still regarded as virtues”
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3.

a diligent effort

  • “it is a job requiring serious application”
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Origin

Borrowed from French diligence, from Latin diligentia.

Phrases

  • due diligence
  • summary diligence

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