diligence
1Origin of diligence
1diligence
2Origin of diligence
2Related Words for diligence
vigor, quickness, intensity, earnestness, alertness, exertion, constancy, attentiveness, assiduity, keenness, pertinacity, industry, attention, carefulness, application, intent, heed, activity, assiduousness, careExamples from the Web for diligence
Contemporary Examples of diligence
In doing this, the GOP would recruit moderators with “outstanding” reputations for “independence, diligence, and toughness.”
Adopting a foreign child requires persistence, diligence, patience, and a reliance on the slow-turning wheels of justice.
How Difficult Russian Adoptions Were, Even Before Vladimir Putin’s CrackdownLauren Ashburn
December 31, 2012
Similarly, if you filed in February (and we hate you) your diligence speaks volumes about your overall responsible nature.
According to one report, their lawyer was disbarred two years after their case was lost for "lack of diligence" in other cases.
Historical Examples of diligence
Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.
An Explanation of Luther's Small CatechismJoseph Stump
If we imitate Lydia in diligence, let us not forget to imitate her in piety.
Female Scripture Biographies, Vol. IIFrancis Augustus Cox
But all this diligence and speed were not without an object.
The Last of the MohicansJames Fenimore Cooper
It was necessary to hasten, so that he might be sure of booking a place in the diligence.
Casanova's HomecomingArthur Schnitzler
She was the only passenger in the diligence, and the door was locked.
Hetty's Strange HistoryAnonymous