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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My three must-have camping products—comfy camp slippers, a reliable water purifier, and a hardworking microfiber towel—are so much more than campsite staples. Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2025 The work of photographer Eileen Perrier, who was featured in Shining Lights, struck a chord, and led Ewusie to create a collection that celebrates hardworking women — and leaves them looking cool, even during steamy London summers. Violet Goldstone, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2025 These cases pull the rug out from under the hardworking American workers behind the scenes who make these productions possible. Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 18 Sep. 2025 No automation allowed here – these are real pizzas, made by hardworking people. Claudia Alarcón, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025 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 28 Sep. 2025.

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hardworking

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

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