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 Minetree, born the same year as the original film, embraces Elle's optimistic and hardworking spirit, admitting initial nervousness about the iconic role but ultimately feeling proud. — Rachel Burchfield, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026 The line is anchored by hardworking denim staples in three washes and co-branded trims. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 21 July 2026 There are some vague mentions of retraining for new jobs for the carriage drivers and the stablehands, but that’s hard to pay your bills with for these hardworking members of TWU Local 100. — New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 20 July 2026 America has always had a hardworking, innovative and adaptable workforce. — Svenja Gudell, Fortune, 18 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for hardworking

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The pair is busy with the remodeling of the building that’s going to be the home for their new restaurant and are excited to share a part of African cuisine with the Keller community.

— Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026
The company expects that the hospital would see 20 to 30 patrons on a typical day and 30 to 50 patrons on a busier one, the letter said.

— Rose Evans July 24, Idaho Statesman, 24 July 2026

Definition of busy

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Nevertheless, scholars and activists have done diligent work to calculate the damage.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 27 July 2026
Stronger, more detailed laws are essential to ensure diligent human review, prevent complacency, and protect individuals from potentially misguided AI guidance, fostering accountability in this evolving field.

— Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 21 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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