What is another word for diligent?
242 synonyms foundPronunciation:
[ d_ˈɪ_l_ɪ_dʒ_ə_n_t], [ dˈɪlɪd͡ʒənt], [ dˈɪlɪdʒənt]Table of Contents
Similar words for diligent:- active (adjective)
- attentive (adjective)
- businesslike (adjective)
- fastidious (adjective)
- persevering, hard-working (adjective)
- resolute (adjective)
- tenacious (adjective)
- vigilant (adjective)
- industrious (noun)
- other synonyms
Definition for Diligent:
Synonyms for Diligent:
adj.
•active (adjective) •attentive (adjective)- concerned,
- Immersed,
- entranced,
- Scrutinizing,
- fascinated,
- responsible,
- absorbed,
- Concentrating,
- sharp,
- enraptured,
- Hearkening,
- Considering,
- interested.
- discerning,
- accurate,
- delicate,
- flawless,
- persnickety,
- demanding,
- squeamish,
- severe,
- correct,
- discriminating,
- exacting,
- mincing,
- choosy,
- dainty,
- epicurean,
- fastidious,
- hypercritical,
- perspicacious,
- picky,
- prudish,
- Qualmish,
- critical,
- proper,
- prim,
- fussy,
- literal,
- particular,
- priggish.
- reliable,
- steely,
- committed,
- deliberate,
- plucky,
- willing,
- firm,
- resolved,
- valiant,
- bullheaded,
- tough,
- unyielding,
- dauntless,
- strong-minded,
- bold,
- stern,
- determined,
- fearless,
- inexorable,
- decided,
- hearty,
- iron-willed,
- unbending,
- strong-willed,
- implacable,
- ruthless,
- devoted,
- uncompromising,
- spunky,
- decisive,
- set,
- true,
- courageous,
- staunch,
- unshakeable,
- serious,
- unchangeable,
- headstrong.
n.
•industrious (noun)Other synonyms:
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- efficient.
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Adjective
thorough, vigilant, timely, attentive, strenuous, persistent, unremitting, untiring, rigorous, hard, proactive, prompt, tenacious, stringent, speedy, conscientiously, disciplined, thoughtful, applied, detailed, earnest, efficient, sustained, active, scrupulous, steadfast, serious.
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Adjective
hardworking, hard-working, conscientious, painstaking, indefatigable, tireless, meticulous, relentless.
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Noun, singular or mass
diligence, industriousness.
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Adjective
Antonyms for Diligent:
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adj.
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negligent.
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persevering, hard-working
lazy, unconcerned, lethargic, disinterested, tired, idle, weary, inactive, unscrupulous, unenthusiastic, languid, uncareful, neglectful, careless, ignorant, inattentive, indifferent, thoughtless.
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