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assiduity

/as-i-doo-i-tee, -dyoo-/US // ˌæs ɪˈdu ɪ ti, -ˈdyu- //UK // (ˌæsɪˈdjuːɪtɪ) //

勤奋,毅力,孜孜不倦,勤勉

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Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1

    plural as·si·du·i·ties.

    • : constant or close application or effort; diligence; industry.
    • : assiduities, devoted or solicitous attentions.

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Examples

  • They did not remotely achieve equality with men, but they won grudging respect and, for their assiduity, they sometimes won power.

  • Her thirst for knowledge was insatiate, and with untiring assiduity she pursued her studies.

  • Notwithstanding the assiduity with which he applied himself to his numerous avocations he found time to write several works.

  • I have noticed latterly her marked assiduity in attendance at church—the most unseasonable weather has failed to keep her away.

  • He was distinguished for learning and assiduity, and published many excellent works.

  • Dr Howe devoted himself with the utmost patience and assiduity to her education and was rewarded by increasing success.