Diligently and Sluggishly

Diligently

Diligently adverb - With great effort or determination.
Usage example: working diligently to finish his documentary in time for the film festival

Sluggishly is an antonym for diligently.

Nearby Words: diligent, diligence

Sluggishly

Sluggishly adverb - At a pace that is less than usual, desirable, or expected.

Diligently is an antonym for sluggishly.

Nearby Words: sluggish, sluggishness
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