Assiduous
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Showing great care, persistence, and steady effort; diligent and hardworking.
Memory trick
From “sit by”, assiduous people “sit with” the work and keep at it consistently.
Examples
Her assiduous preparation made the presentation feel effortless.
They were assiduous about testing after the last incident.
Assiduous practice is what turns skill into mastery.
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Etymology
From Latin assiduus "constant, continual," from assidere "to sit by," from ad- "to" + sedere "to sit."
Usage Notes
A precise alternative to “hardworking.” It emphasizes steady, consistent effort.
Real-life contexts
Praise effort: "You’ve been assiduous about following up, thank you."
Set standard: "Let’s be assiduous with QA this sprint."
Describe habits: "Assiduous routines compound over time."
Common Mistakes
Assiduous is about sustained effort, not intensity for a short burst.
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adjective
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