Synonyms of diligence

diligence

noun

ˈdi-lə-jən(t)s 

as in effort

attentive and persistent effort

through the diligence and ingenuity of a single detective, the gang's ringleader was finally caught

Synonyms & Similar Words

• effort
• assiduity
• persistence
• industry
• industriousness
• assiduousness
• attentiveness
• attention
• application
• concentration
• perseverance
• tenacity
• effortfulness
• doggedness
• sedulity
• sedulousness
• painstaking
• care
• tirelessness
• pains
• trouble
• bother

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• negligence
• carelessness
• laziness
• indolence
• slackness
• idleness

Examples of diligence in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Despite the implausible sequence of events, Dr. Wolf’s patience and diligence spark a few minutes of lucidity, enabling the elderly man to play the piano at the wedding and even recognize his granddaughter, if only briefly. —Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 23 Sep. 2024

These included deficient command and control, in addition to communications and diligence, the report said. —Bart Jansen, USA TODAY, 20 Sep. 2024

In addition to medication, many treatment plans involve diet and lifestyle changes that require careful compliance and diligence. —Sarah Klein, TIME, 20 Sep. 2024

Pedro Sardinas is an outstanding senior at Southport High School who stands out for his dedication and diligence in coursework. —Caroline Beck, The Indianapolis Star, 11 Oct. 2024