HARDWORKING Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

hardworking

adjective

Definition of hardworking

as in busy

using a lot of time and energy to do work a hardworking young woman who was rewarded with a promotion hardworking students

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Recent Examples of hardworking Kathleen Nolan as Kate McCoy Kathleen Nolan portrayed Kate McCoy, Luke’s supportive and hardworking wife. — Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026 My mom is all about hardworking basics, and these flip-flops are one such example. — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 5 July 2026 The designer also applied this hardworking sensibility to the interiors’ functionality, designating a cozy den as a children’s area and approaching bedrooms with relaxed hospitality in mind. — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 30 June 2026 Sofyan Amrabat, the hardworking utility man who can be deployed in defensive midfield or full-back, was born in Huizen, North Holland. — Carl Anka, New York Times, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for hardworking

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The Pierside in Santa Monica has been exceptionally busy during the World Cup, with many tourists opting to stay near the beach despite the longer trek to SoFi Stadium where the games are held.

— Lily Wright, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
Journey actually has a live stream of the beach in one of the community areas, which is a good way to check how busy the beaches are before heading out.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 July 2026

Definition of busy

Adjective

On a team where the diligent workers quietly carry the load for the rest, volunteering a time-saving discovery is volunteering to carry even more work.

— Mark Murphy, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Thoroughly washing and cleaning produce before eating, along with diligent hand hygiene, are key prevention methods.

— Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 7 July 2026

Definition of diligent

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Also, Norway’s Berg is going under the radar, despite similarly industrious performances in midfield.

— Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 11 July 2026
Sánchez’s entry features industrious zombies hot on the tails of some cyclists, while Evans’ installment (the best here) deals with a demented doomsday cult.

— Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 7 July 2026

Definition of industrious

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