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    Diligence (en. Diligence)

    /di.li.ɡɑ̃s/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Assiduous and serious application in work.
    His diligence at work earned him a promotion.
    Sa diligence au travail lui a permis d'obtenir une promotion.
    Importance of rigor in actions undertaken.
    Diligence is essential to successfully complete this project.
    La diligence est essentielle pour mener à bien ce projet.
    Act of doing something with care and attention.
    She conducted her research with great diligence.
    Elle a effectué ses recherches avec une grande diligence.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'diligentia', which means care, attention.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to act with diligence
    To act quickly and conscientiously.
    agir avec diligence
    due diligence
    Care and caution necessary in a matter.
    diligence raisonnable
    to demonstrate diligence
    To show application in one's tasks.
    faire preuve de diligence

    Related Words

    diligence
    Character of someone who works regularly.
    assiduité
    application
    Fact of applying oneself seriously to a task.
    application
    rigor
    Character of the person or action that is precise and strict.
    rigueur

    Slang Meanings

    To work hard
    He really worked hard; his diligence was impressive during this project.
    Il a vraiment mis la gomme, sa diligence était incroyable pendant ce projet.
    To be fully committed
    She is fully committed to her job; her diligence is impressive.
    Elle est à fond dans son job, sa diligence est impressionnante.