Diligent

/ˈdɪl.ɪ.dʒənt/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties.

She is a diligent student who always completes her assignments on time.

Characterized by steady, earnest, and energetic effort.

The team's diligent efforts led to a successful project completion ahead of schedule.

Marked by persistent and careful effort.

He received praise for his diligent attention to detail in the report.

Derived from Latin 'diligens,' meaning 'careful, attentive, or fond of.'

diligent student

A student who puts in consistent effort and study into their work.

diligent worker

An employee who consistently performs their job with care and effort.

diligence

The quality of being diligent; careful and persistent work or effort.

industrious

Hardworking; not lazy.

Grinds

He's always grinding to stay ahead in his classes.

Hustle

She hustles every day to reach her goals.