Idleness and Sedulousness

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Idleness noun - An inclination not to do work or engage in activities.

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Sedulousness is an antonym for idleness.

Nearby Word: idle

Sedulousness noun - Attentive and persistent effort.

Usage example: many of the volunteers at the dig discovered that they lacked the sedulousness that archaeology demands

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Idleness is an antonym for sedulousness in diligence topic.

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