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hardworking

adj.
A2 Elementary US //ˈhɑɹdˌwɝkɪŋ// UK //hˈɑːdwɜːkɪŋ// hard·work·ing

adj. putting a lot of effort and care into your work. You use this to describe someone who is not lazy and stays focused on their tasks.

adj. characterised by constant, diligent, and earnest effort in one's work or duties. Typically describes individuals or their habits; gradable in formal writing.


SIMPLE

She is a very hardworking student.

CONTEXTUAL

The manager promoted him because he is the most hardworking person on the team.

COMPLEX

Success in this competitive industry requires a hardworking attitude and the ability to remain productive under significant pressure.

Synonyms
Origin

From hard + working.

Usage

Often modified by degree adverbs like 'very', 'extremely', or 'incredibly'.

Pitfall

he works very hardworkinghe works very hardLearners often confuse the adjective 'hardworking' with the adverbial phrase 'work hard'.

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