1. (adj)diligent, persevering quietly and steadily persevering especially in detail or exactness Synonyms: persevering, diligent Antonyms: slack, derelict, impatient, delinquent, negligent, neglectful, lax, inattentive, hit-and-run(a), remiss
2. (adj)diligent characterized by care and perseverance in carrying out tasks Synonyms: persevering Antonyms: lax, derelict, impatient, neglectful, inattentive, slack, delinquent, remiss, negligent, hit-and-run(a)