Hardworking

adj

adj ·3 syllables ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of a person, taking their work seriously and doing it well and rapidly.

    "“My team and manager are exceptional; they are hardworking, talented, and supportive,” noted one respondent. “The company as a whole really focuses on their employees and that is very important to me.”"

Adjective
  1. 1
    characterized by hard work and perseverance wordnet

Synonyms

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diligentardentassiduousassiduousdiligentdrudging

Antonyms

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otiose

Example

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"Mr Kondo is the most hardworking in his company."

Etymology

From hard + working.

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