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Diligent vs Dedication - What's the difference?

diligent | dedication |

As an adjective diligent

is performing with intense concentration, focus, responsible regard.

As a noun dedication is

(uncountable) the act of dedicating or the state of being dedicated.

diligent

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • Performing with intense concentration, focus, responsible regard.
  • Synonyms

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    dedication

    English

    Noun

  • (uncountable) The act of dedicating or the state of being dedicated.
  • (countable) A note addressed to a patron or friend, prefixed to a work of art as a token of respect, esteem, or affection.
  • (countable) A ceremony marking an official completion or opening.
  • (legal) The deliberate or negligent surrender of all rights to property.
  • Synonyms

    * diligence * devotion

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