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assiduity
noun as in diligence
Example Sentences
They did not remotely achieve equality with men, but they won grudging respect and, for their assiduity, they sometimes won power.
Her thirst for knowledge was insatiate, and with untiring assiduity she pursued her studies.
Notwithstanding the assiduity with which he applied himself to his numerous avocations he found time to write several works.
I have noticed latterly her marked assiduity in attendance at church—the most unseasonable weather has failed to keep her away.
He was distinguished for learning and assiduity, and published many excellent works.
Dr Howe devoted himself with the utmost patience and assiduity to her education and was rewarded by increasing success.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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