hardworking

adjective

hard·​work·​ing ˈhärd-ˈwər-kiŋ 

: 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

Examples of hardworking in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Griffin, when asked about the location, said Miami is the nexus of thishemisphere and a great American city of hardworking immigrants who value education and hard work. — Susan Svrluga, Washington Post, 30 Sep. 2026

From distinctive slabs to hardworking layouts, these are the kitchen trends to keep an eye out for next year—and incorporate into your own home. — Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026

Set in Queens in 1986, the family drama stars Teller (contending for Best Actor) as the hardworking, decent father of two boys. — Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 26 Sep. 2026

By reducing the monthly payment, Amendment 3 would allow more hardworking Floridians to qualify for a mortgage and start building equity. — Elaine Parker, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1685, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for hardworking

• networking
• nonworking
• reworking
• woodworking
• clerking
• jerking
• lurking
• shirking
• smirking
• working
• interworking
• metalworking

Kids Definition

hardworking

adjective

hard·​work·​ing -ˈwər-kiŋ 

: industrious, diligent