Diligent and Zealous

Diligent

Diligent adjective - Involved in often constant activity.

Zealous is a synonym for diligent in constant topic. In some cases you can use "Zealous" instead an adjective "Diligent".

Nearby Words: diligence, diligently

Zealous

Zealous adjective - Marked by active interest and enthusiasm.

Diligent is a synonym for zealous. You can use "Diligent" instead an adjective "Zealous".

Nearby Words: zeal, zealously, zealot
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