What does diligent mean Meaning and Definition
What does diligent mean
Pronunciation
/ˈdaɪəlɪdʒənt/
Part of Speech
Adjective
Definition
Characterized by steady, careful, and persistent effort; thorough and detail-oriented.
Examples
- The diligent student spent hours reviewing for the exam.
- The company’s diligent employees ensured the project was completed on time.
Synonyms
- Meticulous
- Persistent
- Dedicated
Antonyms
- Careless
- Lazy
- Sloppy
Etymology
The word “diligent” comes from the Latin “diligens,” meaning “attentive” or “careful.”
Usage Notes
USED AS AN ADJECTIVE: “The diligent worker was rewarded with a promotion.”
Cultural References
In the TV show “The Office,” the character Dwight Schrute is described as “diligent”
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
- Sweat and toil and diligent labor
Related Words or Phrases
- Assiduous
- Effort
- Industrious
Collocations
- Diligent work
- Diligent employee
- Diligent student
Frequency of Use
Diligent is a relatively uncommon word, but it is frequently used in formal and professional contexts.
Common Misspellings
- Dilignet
- Dilligent