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

Immigration advocates cast the change as an attempt by the administration to further impede the legal pathway to citizenship for hardworking immigrants already deeply rooted in the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times

Martinelli is a hardworking player who cares deeply about succeeding at Arsenal.

From BBC

“In my short time there, I built meaningful connections with the hardworking staff,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times

“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

Related Words

• dedicated 
• diligent