businesslike

busi·ness·like

adj \ˈbiz-nəs-ˌlīk, -nəz-\

Definition of BUSINESSLIKE

1

: exhibiting qualities believed to be advantageous in business

2

: serious, purposeful

Examples of BUSINESSLIKE

1. His businesslike approach to the dispute was very helpful.

First Known Use of BUSINESSLIKE

1791

Rhymes with BUSINESSLIKE

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