hardworking

adjective

hard·​work·​ing ˈhärd-ˈwər-kiŋ How to pronounce hardworking (audio)
: constantly, regularly, or habitually engaged in earnest and energetic work : industrious, diligent
a hardworking young woman
"Our students have to be very hardworking and committed. They put in long hours. …"Beth Farbotnik

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Man Accused of Burning Woman to Death on Subway Arraigned on Murder Charges 0 My father, Albert Garland, was born on December 6, 1926, in Brooklyn, NY, to a hardworking, middle-class family. Gordon Garland, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025 At this point, Toby aspires to become a truck driver and transport cattle, showcasing his hardworking attitude. The Star, Kansas City Star, 11 Jan. 2025 Honor’s family offered a good example of how a hardworking parent might combine ambition with a sense of playfulness. Lauren Hilgers, Vulture, 7 Jan. 2025 Riley is an extremely creative, hardworking and determined student. Caroline Beck, The Indianapolis Star, 9 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for hardworking 

Word History

First Known Use

1685, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of hardworking was in 1685

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“Hardworking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hardworking. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.

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hardworking

adjective
hard·​work·​ing -ˈwər-kiŋ How to pronounce hardworking (audio)

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