Synonyms and antonyms of assiduous in English

assiduous

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PAYING CLOSE ATTENTION TO DETAIL

We have been assiduous in trying to address the problem.

Synonyms and examples

careful
After careful consideration, we are unable to accept your proposal.
thorough
He seems like he's not paying attention, but don't be fooled - he's very thorough.
meticulous
approving
This book is the result of years of meticulous research.
methodical
I appreciated his methodical approach to the work.
painstaking
She's documented everything in painstaking detail.
diligent
Officials say they have been diligent in screening all applicants for citizenship.
rigorous
approving
Their rigorous approach to the subject earned him them respect of their colleagues.
precise
approving
As a dancer, he's very precise.

Antonyms and examples

careless
That careless mistake might cost you your job.
sloppy
disapproving
That's very sloppy work.
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If you are careful, you avoid taking risks so that you do not make a mistake or get hurt. Things that you do can be careful if they are done by paying close attention to detail.
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assiduous | American Thesaurus

assiduous

adjective
These are words and phrases related to assiduous. Click on any word or phrase to go to its thesaurus page. Or, go to the definition of assiduous.
Synonyms for assiduous from Random House Roget's College Thesaurus, Revised and Updated Edition © 2000 Random House, Inc.

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