hardworking

[hahrd-wur-king]

adjective

1. industrious; zealous.

   a hardworking family man.

Word History and Origins

Origin of hardworking¹

First recorded in 1765–75; hard + working

Example Sentences

“Innocent hardworking Californians who pay their electricity bills should not have to pay for Edison’s negligence by incurring higher utility rates,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

“I don’t like that people are getting separated from their families when they’re hardworking people,” the comedian said.

From Los Angeles Times

The chain's mascot, a perpetually smiling bee with a red jacket, is a nod to Filipinos' hardworking nature.

From BBC

In response to the findings, the MoJ told the BBC that pressure on the probation service "has placed too great a burden on our hardworking staff".

From BBC

Ms Conway said her "kind" and "hardworking" brother Gareth had just gained a place to study engineering at university and had been "hopeful for a bright future" when he was killed.

From BBC

Related Words

• dedicated 
• diligent