diligence

n. perseverance, industriousness

A diligence was a large, closed, public, horse-drawn carriage, formerly used especially for long journeys.In its theological sense, diligence is one of the seven contrary virtues. The Contrary Virtues were derived from the Psychomachia ("Battle for the Soul"), an epic poem written by Prudentius (c. 410). Practicing these virtues is alleged to protect one against temptation toward the Seven Deadly Sins. Diligence is opposite to sloth, so diligence would be pertaining to activity instead of such things.
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Noun
1. conscientiousness in paying proper attention to a task; giving the degree of care required in a given situation
(hypernym) conscientiousness, painstakingness
2. persevering determination to perform a task; "his diligence won him quick promotions"; "frugality and industry are still regarded as virtues"
(synonym) industriousness, industry
(hypernym) determination, purpose
(hyponym) assiduity, assiduousness, concentration
3. a diligent effort; "it is a job requiring serious application"
(synonym) application
(hypernym) effort, elbow grease, exertion, travail, sweat

n. diligence, stagecoach, expedition

n. stagecoach, horse-drawn passenger carriage