workmanlike

American  

[wurk-muhn-lahyk] / ˈwɜrk mənˌlaɪk /

Or workmanly

adjective

1. like or befitting a workman.

2. skillful; well executed.

   a workmanlike piece of writing.

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workmanlike British  

/ ˈwɜːkmənlɪ, ˈwɜːkmənˌlaɪk /

adjective

1. appropriate to or befitting a good workman

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Other Word Forms

• unworkmanlike adjective
• unworkmanly adjective

Etymology

Origin of workmanlike

First recorded in 1400–50, workmanlike is from the late Middle English word werkmanlike. See workman, -like

Example Sentences

We overlook what’s humble, workmanlike or unfashionable, until suddenly it’s been rebranded and handed back to us with better lighting and a higher price tag.

From Salon

Can a detailed examination of a band known for their “cool detachment,” “workmanlike” approach and “apathetic demeanor” hold a reader’s interest through this much scrutiny?

From The Wall Street Journal

“He was a consistently strong sportscaster. A very good, workmanlike boxing broadcaster; well-prepared, clear and effective in his calls.”

From Los Angeles Times

But in the wake of Carpenter’s hugely successful “Halloween,” Cunningham put together a bargain-basement team of mostly unknowns and directed 1980’s workmanlike “Friday the 13th,” as much in the firmament as any slasher.

From Los Angeles Times

Albini paired his dedication to the most vicious, arresting sounds possible with a workmanlike professionalism as a producer in his studio, Electrical Audio.

From Los Angeles Times