diligence
/ˈdɪlɪd͡ʒəns/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: diligences
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Steady application; industry; careful work involving long-term effort.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The qualities of a hard worker, including conscientiousness, determination, and perseverance.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “diligence” mean?
Steady application; industry; careful work involving long-term effort.
Is “diligence” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.