diligent
/ˈdɪlɪdʒ(ə)nt/
adjective
Having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties.
Origin
Middle English via Old French from Latin diligens, diligent- ‘assiduous’, from diligere ‘love, take delight in’.
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Bob seemed to become diligent only in later life. In fact, he had always taken delight in his activities.
